What counts as a smooth surface depends on context. A material considered smooth in one industry may appear rough in another, as the definition varies with sector and application. Smooth has its own ...
Scientists have developed a technique for creating surfaces that can slide past each other with virtually no friction, and their findings could create new opportunities for engineering in ...
WASHINGTON, D.C. Jan. 17, 2014 -- From the sleek hulls of racing yachts to Michael Phelps' shaved legs, most objects that move through the water quickly are also smooth. But researchers from UCLA have ...