What is another word for tribometry?
Pronunciation: [tɹa͡ɪbˈɒmətɹi] (IPA) 
Tribometry is the study of friction, wear, and lubrication of surfaces in contact. Synonyms for this word include tribology, friction analysis, surface analysis, and wear analysis. Tribology refers to the study of friction, wear, and lubrication of interacting surfaces, whereas surface analysis focuses on the properties of surfaces in contact. Friction analysis, on the other hand, specifically examines the frictional forces between surfaces, while wear analysis focuses on the materials' resistance to wear and tear. Regardless of the synonym used, all refer to the study of surfaces in contact and the various factors that affect their wear and tear.
