THEME:ANALYSIS OF WEAR MECHANISMS IN INDUSTRIAL MACHINE COMPONENTS AND STRATEGIES FOR WEAR REDUCTION.

This review provides a comprehensive analysis of the major wear mechanisms 
observed in tribological systems, with particular attention to abrasive, adhesive, erosive, 
corrosive, and fatigue wear. Abrasive wear is primarily associated with progressive material 
removal from contacting surfaces, whereas adhesive wear develops when high contact 
stresses cause localized bonding and subsequent transfer of material between surfaces. 
Corrosive wear is mainly related to chemical or electrochemical interactions with the 
surrounding environment, while erosive wear is produced by repeated impacts of solid or 
liquid particles against a material surface. Fatigue wear, including contact fatigue, is 
generally caused by repeated cyclic loading, surface damage, and improper alignment of 
contacting components.Various approaches aimed at reducing wear are also considered, 
including the appropriate selection of engineering materials, surface texturing, and 
optimization of lubrication conditions. Particular emphasis is placed on the effects of surface 
roughness and structural integrity, as these factors can significantly influence the rate and 
severity of material degradation. The review further incorporates recent developments in 
wear-resistant materials, nanostructured surface coatings, and intelligent lubrication 
technologies. In addition, emerging research directions and current challenges are discussed, 
particularly the application of artificial intelligence for predictive maintenance and the 
development of environmentally sustainable tribological technologies. These developments 
provide a basis for identifying promising approaches for future research in wear control and 
tribological performance improvement.