The direct measurement of forces between atomically smooth mica surfaces down to sub-
nanometer separation was pioneered over 50 years ago and has yielded deep …

The hydration layer surrounding the phosphocholine headgroups of single-component
phosphatidylcholine lipids, or of lipid-mixtures, assembled at an interface greatly modifies …

Lipid bilayers, ubiquitous in living systems, form lubricious boundary layers in aqueous
media, with broad relevance for biolubrication, especially in mechanically stressed …

The lubrication deficiency in joints is a major cause of osteoarthritis. One of the most
commonly used treatment means is to inject artificial lubricants, but there is a potential risk of …

The remarkably low sliding friction of articular cartilage in the major joints such as hips and
knees, which is crucial for its homeostasis and joint health, has been attributed to lipid …

With a similar structure as natural cartilage, hydrogels show great potential in repairing
cartilage defect. However, achieving high strength and excellent lubrication is still a …

Water has many natural advantages for using as an ecological lubricant in engineering.
However, how to ensure the efficiency and stability of water lubricating film with low viscosity …

This topical review focuses on applying the basics of the classical Coulomb–Amontons (CA)
law of friction to describe bioinspired articulating systems of extremely low values of …

The outstanding lubrication of articular cartilage in the major synovial joints such as hips and
knees, essential for the joint well-being, has been attributed to boundary layers of lipids at …

Degradation of the articular cartilage (AC) structure due to osteoarthritis significantly
influences its friction and lubrication mechanisms. Injection with exogenous hyaluronic acid …