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= Abbott-Firestone curve
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The Abbott-Firestone curve, also known as the Abbott-Firestone profile, is a graphical representation used in surface engineering to describe the roughness characteristics of machined surfaces. It specifically provides a way to analyze the height distribution of surface irregularities, which are crucial for understanding how surfaces interact in applications such as lubrication, wear, and fatigue.