The slipperiness of ice is well known while, for ice skating, its mechanism still needs further
investigation, where the complex interactions including the thermal conduction of the skate …

Although a thin meltwater layer that acts as lubricant attributes to the low friction on ice, there
still lacks analytical theories that can forecast the friction force on ice. Based on the evolution …

Reducing friction is an unending challenge in winter sports. Decisive improvements in sport
equipment hinge on a precise prediction of resistance forces; the dynamic sliding friction …

Systematic measurements of the coefficient of friction were performed in a model system
consisting of intentionally patterned polyethylene blocks moving on ice surfaces (PE-ice …

Scientific investigations to measure and explain the curl (lateral displacement) of a granite
stone sliding on ice in the sport of curling go back almost 100 years (Harrington, 1924) …

This study aims to prevent ice accumulation on the surface of drilling tools by investigating
the effectiveness of hydrophobic coatings, which is one of the most promising methods to …

The sliding velocity on ice, as opposed to coefficient of friction measurements, is proposed to
show the effect of experimental conditions on the sliding velocity. A sled was positioned with …

We provide an ice friction model for vehicle dynamics of a two-man bobsled which can be
used for driver evaluation and in a driver-in-the-loop simulator. Longitudinal friction is …

A numerical model of ice friction for the runners of a skeleton sled has been devised. The
skeleton runner consists of a standard stainless steel rod of approximately 16 mm diameter …

Scientists and sport athletes are constantly seeking for the methods which could improve
surface sliding ability on ice. Modifications of contact area and surface roughness are …