@FrictionPhD

I'm a PhD in tribology and lover of all things tech and engineering. Innovation and courage move us forward. opinions=mine

Joined May 2012
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I had the privilege of giving a TED talk- check it out!
TED Talks
@TEDTalks5 Feb 2020
The science of friction -- and its surprising impact on our lives: t.ted.com/k1vw4t9
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Hi @Lufthansa_USA I booked my husband’s emergency travel for his father’s death directly through you for your supposedly great customer service. Your partner airline that YOU booked his first flight with was canceled, and you helpfully tell us there is nothing you can do
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He was willing to drive to get to his flight back to the States, which is operated by Lufthansa but @lufthansa said nope, they wouldn’t let him on if he did that. And they won’t help us rebook. So thank you for stranding a guy who just lost his father. Really icing on the cake
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I may be writing all weekend but this little dude certainly has his Friday vibes going
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#caturday peeking through
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Do I know any astrophysicists? 🤯
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When the cat bed arrives in an unexpected shade of pink 😂 At least Mocha looks fabulous against any pink. #Caturday #tribocat
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My little Valentine 🥰 just making himself comfortable while I research
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My research helpers on this #caturday #tribocats
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On this #Caturday, Latte and Mocha have apparently swapped personalities 😂
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A cat and her tribology books. #tribocat @MartiniTribos @carpick
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It has been a Month for my family: had a 3 day hospital stay that resulted in us all getting Covid. We finally recovered, only to get whacked with what is likely listeria. Do not recommend. Happy 2023 🥴😂 A+ home nursing staff though
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#caturday love between these siblings, who are exhausted after being excellent hosts for guests all week
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Our black and white tuxedo is apparently trying to model for @whbm 😂
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On @TEDRadioHour, Media Lab alum @dsengeh, @FrictionPhD, @YaelEisenstat, and @theyearofelan talk to @manoushz about friction—from its effects on the human body to its impacts on social media, politics, and entertainment. npr.org/programs/ted-radio-h…

Friction

We encounter friction every day—in all its forms—as we brush our teeth, go for a jog, argue with a friend. This hour, TED speakers explore how this force can be dialed up or down to improve our lives.

npr.org
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“Oh, you’re trying to write?”
#caturday evening snuggles with Mocha and Latte
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Fidget spinners apparently are still around and great little friction gadgets that double as #Caturday entertainment. #tribocats
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Look what has slid its way into the spotlight again! Friction is having a moment 😃
TED Radio Hour@TEDRadioHour7 Oct 2022
We encounter friction every day… Brushing our teeth🪥 Jogging 🏃 Arguing with a friend 🗣️ This week we explore how all this resistance can be dialed up or down to improve our lives. npr.org/programs/ted-radio-h…

Friction

We encounter friction every day—in all its forms—as we brush our teeth, go for a jog, argue with a friend. This hour, TED speakers explore how this force can be dialed up or down to improve our lives.

npr.org
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My writing supervisor is a tough boss.
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Best #Caturday ever as far as Mocha is concerned. A new box!
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