{"podcast":{"title":"TribologyTalks","slug":"tribologytalks-7095315","podcast_index_feed_id":7095315,"rss_url":"https://tribologytalks.pcs-instruments.com/podcasts/255129487586/rss.xml","website_url":"https://tribologytalks.podbean.com","image_url":"https://27102173.fs1.hubspotusercontent-eu1.net/hubfs/27102173/Imported_Podcast_Media/Podcast_Icon_1400x1400_f3aqvb.png","author":"PCS Instruments (dana.miller@pcs-instruments.com)","episode_count":28,"summary":"TribologyTalks is your gateway to understanding the intriguing world of tribology. Our podcast demystifies the fundamentals and explores advanced topics in friction, wear, and lubrication, while spotlighting the latest research and industry trends. Join us for insightful conversations with esteemed guests who bring diverse perspectives and expertise in various areas of tribological research and fields.","last_synced_at":"2026-06-15T20:20:05.640948+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/tribologytalks-7095315"},"episode":{"title":"Dr Michael Buttery: From Astrophysics to Space Tribology - Part 1","slug":"dr-michael-buttery-from-astrophysics-to-space-tribology-part-1","published_at":"2025-04-17T04:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/tribologytalks-7095315/dr-michael-buttery-from-astrophysics-to-space-tribology-part-1","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/tribologytalks-7095315","url":"https://tribologytalks.podbean.com/e/dr-michael-buttery-part-1/","audio_url":"https://api-eu1.hubspot.com/podcasts/v1/audio/file.mp3?portalId=27102173&podcastEpisodeId=255129519324&podcastShowId=255129487586&podcastEpisodeFileId=255151298807&podcastEpisodeCrmObjectId=696189311198&podcastEpisodeFileCrmObjectId=696184482028","summary":"What happens when an astrophysicist trades galaxies for spacecraft mechanisms? In this episode, Dr Michael Buttery from ESR Technology shares how his passion for space led him into the highly specialised world of space tribology. We explore his work on the James Webb Space Telescope, his development of hybrid lubrication systems that combine fluid and solid lubricants, and how he tackles the extreme conditions of space. Michael also explains why the space industry takes such a cautious approach to innovation and the critical role of rigorous testing in mission success. Whether you're fascinated by engineering, space, or unique career paths, this episode is packed with insight and inspiration.","meta_description":"What happens when an astrophysicist trades galaxies for spacecraft mechanisms? In this episode, Dr Michael Buttery from ESR Technology shares how his pass…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":1515,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/tribologytalks-7095315/episodes/dr-michael-buttery-from-astrophysics-to-space-tribology-part-1/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/tribologytalks-7095315/dr-michael-buttery-from-astrophysics-to-space-tribology-part-1.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}