The frictional properties of polyethylene polymer are investigated by using classical molecular dynamics simulations. Especially, the sliding orientational effect is considered in this study. The results of polyethylene are also compared to those of polytetrafluoroethylene(PTFE).

Researchers should cite this work as follows:

• SeongJun Heo (2007), "Orientational Dependence of Friction in Polyethylene," https://nanohub.org/resources/2601.

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