Art of Tribology
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STLE is showcasing—for the first time—a photo project at the 2025 STLE Annual Meeting & Exhibition of visually striking images and designs derived from tribology and lubrication research. This initiative highlights the unexpected beauty within the field of lubrication, friction, and wear, celebrating the artistic side of scientific discovery.
We invite everyone to submit their most captivating tribology-related images for display at the conference. Images can be varied—from high quality SEM images to unusual lab instrumentation setups to 3D simulation models and more.
Posters—which include the image, description, and submitter name—will be displayed in designated areas throughout the STLE Annual Meeting, offering attendees a unique perspective on the artistry behind tribology research.
Show the artistic side of your industry research!
Submission Details
*File Format: High-resolution JPEG, PNG, PDF or TIFF (no video submissions)
*Size Requirements: Minimum 300 dpi
*Description: Include a brief caption (50–150 words) describing the image, the research context, and its significance.
*Only one submission per person.
*If your image has been accepted, at the STLE Annual Meeting, bring a hard copy of your image, description, and name on a 2 ft by 2 ft poster.
Note: Artificial intelligence (AI)-generated images are acceptable as long as they relate to your research. Please identify where the picture came from.
Deadline for submission is April 1.