Presents recent research in elastomere friction

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Modelling of Dry andWet Friction of Silica Filled Elastomers on Self-Affine Road Surfaces.- Micromechanics of Internal Friction of Filler Reinforced Elastomers.- Multi-Scale Approach for Frictional Contact of Elastomers on Rough Rigid Surfaces.- Thermal Effects and Dissipation in a Model of Rubber Phenomenology.- Finite Element Techniques for Rolling RubberWheels.- Simulation and Experimental Investigations of the Dynamic Interaction between Tyre Tread Block and Road.- Micro Texture Characterization and Prognosis of the Maximum Traction between Grosch Wheel and Asphalt Surfaces underWet Conditions.