Tire/Road Interface and Road Surface Textures
A special issue of Lubricants (ISSN 2075-4442).
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 July 2025 | Viewed by 303
Special Issue Editors
Interests: pavement skid resistance and road traffic safety; intelligent testing and evaluation of pavement service performance; intelligent operation and maintenance of road infrastructure; functional pavement
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
An effective transportation system should facilitate safe and efficient driving environments for vehicles. The interaction between tires and road surfaces plays a crucial role in the safety, performance, and sustainability of transportation systems. The tire/road interface is a complex system where friction, texture, deformation, and wear characteristics directly influence vehicle handling, fuel efficiency, and overall driving experience. The design and condition of road surface textures are key factors in determining these interactions, impacting aspects such as traction, noise, and durability.
This Special Issue on "Tire/Road Interface and Road Surface Textures" brings together recent advancements in the study of this dynamic relationship. It explores how road surface characteristics, such as roughness, texture, and material composition, affect tire performance, including grip, wear patterns, and rolling resistance. Thia Special Issue also highlights cutting-edge research on tire design and material innovations for optimizing performance across a variety of road conditions. By presenting both experimental and computational studies, this Special Issue provides valuable insights for engineers, vehicle manufacturers, and policymakers focused on enhancing road safety, environmental sustainability, and driving comfort. Ultimately, understanding and improving the tire/road interface remains fundamental to advancing modern transportation technologies.
Dr. You Zhan
Dr. Bing Hui
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- pavement friction
- skid resistance
- pavement texture
- tire/road interface
- adhesion
- wear
- surface function
- pavement detection
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