Tribology in Industry and Research

Interlocked Behavior – Where Tribology Meets Rheology

Seminar
Wednesday, 19 November 2025

Symposium
Thursday, 20 November 2025

Anton Paar GmbH
Anton-Paar-Straße 20, 8054 Graz, Austria

Motivation and Thematic Focus

Rheology studies the flow and deformation behavior of materials, while tribology deals with friction, wear and lubrication. Both disciplines overlap in numerous technical and biological applications in which two surfaces are in relative motion to each other through an intermediate medium – such as a lubricant – as in machines or human joints. In such lubricated tribosystems, the rheological behavior of the lubricant is decisive for the lubrication regime and therefore has a significant influence on friction and wear. Since shear, temperature and pressure are subjected to changes during operation, the rheological properties also change dynamically – with direct effects on tribological behavior. A deep understanding of these relationships is the key to targeted adaptations, whether in the development of new lubricants, in medical technology or in process-specific applications in the food sector. Rheological knowledge thus provides an essential basis for resource-saving, high-performance and durable solutions.

The ÖTG Symposium 2025 will focus on rheological and tribological strategies for modern production processes and product developments. The application of practical experience and current research outcomes opens up new potential for increasing efficiency, improving quality and designing sustainable tribological systems.

As part of the two-day program, you will have the opportunity to learn more about the importance of rheology in tribology from
Prof. Robert Liska (TU Wien) and Prof. Helen Wilson (University College London).

Expert presentations will inform you about the latest findings from both disciplines, and you will also have the opportunity to get to know the Produktportfolio der Anton Paar GmbH product portfolio directly on site.