stiction

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stiction

(ˈstɪkʃən)

(General Physics) the frictional force to be overcome to set one object in motion when it is in contact with another

[C20: blend of static + friction]

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At the same time, there is no 'breakaway friction' [as when the bushing sticks for a second-- which is long enough hamper bobsled performance], so the bushings require only minimal lubrication." Moreover, PEEK is self-lubricating.

PEEK Helps Bring Bobsled Up to Speed

It can be machined to very close tolerances, providing a "perfect fit on the shaft so there is no clearance and no play in the shoe." At the same time, the PEEK bushings do not exhibit breakaway friction and require only a minimum of lubrication, because the material is self-lubricating and will not damage the steel surfaces.

SMOOTH RUNNINGS

This design provides the longest stroke-to-bore ratio, zero spring rate and no breakaway friction and constant effective pressure area.