The Concept of Robotic Station for Measurement of the Friction Force between Fibre-Optic Cable and Duct

Abstract:

The interaction of an optotelecommunication cable and casing depends on numerous factors e.g. the type of cable, its structure, dimensions, as well as applied lubricants and sliding layers [8]. In addition, the course of the cable, velocity of installation and its maximum force also play a role in the interaction of the tribological pair. The paper outlines the idea and operation of a robotized testing station for evaluation of sliding friction. The station enables cables’ friction to be determined in relation to the length of contact between the cable and the casing.

• Periodical: Applied Mechanics and Materials (Volume 844)
• Pages: 44-49
• DOI: https://doi.org/10.4028/www.scientific.net/AMM.844.44
• Online since: July 2016
• Authors: Tomasz Klepka*, Paweł Zaprawa, Daniel Ghiculescu
• Keywords: Cable Duct Interaction, Polymer Pair Cooperation, Robotic Station, Tribology

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