Tribology in Pipeline Transport Engineering
A special issue of Lubricants (ISSN 2075-4442).
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 July 2026 | Viewed by 31
Special Issue Editors
Interests: tribology; surface engineering; sealing technology; service status perception
Interests: pipeline surface corrosion and protection technology; pipeline leakage risk assessment method
Interests: functional nanocomposite coatings; anticorrosion and antifouling for marine pipelines; surface drag reduction technology
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
This Special Issue on “Tribology in Pipeline Transport Engineering” focuses on crucial aspects related to friction, wear, corrosion, and erosion within pipeline systems. It delves into how different factors like the nature of the transported substances, pipe materials, and flow conditions impact tribological behaviors. Research in this Special Issue likely explores ways to optimize pipeline design to reduce friction losses and enhance durability. It also probably examines techniques for monitoring and managing wear to prevent pipeline failures and ensure the efficient as well as safe transportation of various fluids or materials through pipelines. This work is significant for industries relying on pipeline transport, as it can lead to cost savings and improved operational reliability.
This Special Issue on “Tribology in Pipeline Transport Engineering” will be the perfect opportunity for researchers working in experimental and theoretical fields to update the community on cutting-edge applications concerning green tribology.
Dr. Zheng Zhang
Prof. Dr. Yanbao Guo
Dr. Jiangfan Chang
Dr. Yufang Li
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- tribology
- pipe material
- pipeline instruments
- external environment
- internal medium
- drag reduction
- failure prevention
- property prediction
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