chapter 1 The State of Kno wledge in Tribology -- chapter 2 Strength and Deformation Properties of Solids -- chapter 3 Adhesion and Cohesion Properties of Solids -- chapter 4 Solid Surfaces -- chapter 5 Contact of Nonconforming Surfaces and Temperature Rise on Sliding Surfaces -- chapter 6 Friction -- chapter 7 Lubrication by Inert Fluids, Greases, and Solids -- chapter 8 Wear -- chapter 9 Lubricated Sliding - Chemical and Physical Effects -- chapter 10 Equations for Friction and Wear -- chapter 11 Designing for Wear Life and Frictional Performance -- chapter 12 Diagnosing Tribological Problems -- chapter 13 Coating and Surface Processes -- chapter 14 Bearings and Materials.