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Janne Juoksukangas is an Assistant Professor at Tampere University's Faculty of Engineering and Natural Sciences, specializing in Automation Technology and Mechanical Engineering. His research focuses on tribology, particularly in machine elements such as bolted joints, sliding bearings, and gears. He leads a research group studying fretting fatigue, wear, and lubrication. Juoksukangas holds a Doctor of Science (Technology) in Mechanical Engineering (2017) and a Master of Science (Technology) in Mechanical Engineering (2009).
- Affiliations: Tampere University, Finnish Society for Tribology (Vice Chairman), TRIBOLOGIA editorial board.
- Teaching: Machine design courses at the master’s level.
His research interests include tribological systems, friction mechanisms, and material degradation under dynamic contact conditions. He collaborates extensively with industry to apply tribology principles to real-world engineering challenges.
Recent publications highlight advancements in understanding fretting-induced wear, lubrication effects, and experimental methodologies for tribological testing. His work emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches, combining experimental tribology with computational modeling.
- Grants: Received funding from Dunderbergin säätiö (2016).
- Editorial Roles: Reviewer for journals like Wear, Tribology International, and Metals.
Juoksukangas is actively involved in the Tampere Wear Center, contributing to advancements in electron microscopy and tribological analysis techniques.



