Publications by authors named "Mohamed A Abdelbar"
Biointerphases
January 2023
Article Synopsis
- Polymer brushes, formed by grafting polymer chains to surfaces, can significantly reduce friction in water-lubricated systems, mimicking natural environments like joints.
- Ongoing research is focused on creating new polymer types that enhance properties like reduced friction, adhesion, and increased load-bearing capacities.
- The paper reviews advancements in molecular simulations of polymer brush friction, highlighting the shift from simple models to more complex ones that account for variables like brush structure and electrostatics, while also identifying challenges and suggesting improvements for better experimental alignment.
