noun
- scientists who study tribology, the science of friction, wear, and lubrication between interacting surfaces in relative motion
Usage: technical; plural form
Examples
- Tribologists work to develop better lubricants for automotive engines.
- The research team included several tribologists studying bearing wear.
- Industrial tribologists help companies reduce machinery maintenance costs.
- These tribologists published findings on surface friction in metal alloys.
- Tribologists use specialized equipment to measure wear rates.
- The conference brought together tribologists from around the world.