Characterization of friction-induced local convex topography under dual-rotary fretting

Dual-rotary fretting (DRF) is a complex fretting wear mode combining torsional fretting with rotational fretting. Two different typical friction-induced convex topographies (Type I and Type II) in contact area were showed, which are under the control of torsional and rotational fretting components, respectively. To investigate their evolution characteristics and formation mechanism, the convex topographies were analyzed by SEM, XPS, a nano-hardness tester and surface profilometry, etc. The results show that the convex topographies significantly depended on the test parameters and environmental conditions. The initiation and propagation of fretting fatigue cracks were found related with the convex topography under the fretting wear.