 Rinsing vital components with particle free lubricant and analyzing the output can offer a detailed report of machine wear without disassembling anything.Since its initial application in the military, ferrography has been found to be helpful in

Applying the idea of ferrography in other fields, techniques have been found to analyze wear outside of lubricating oil and of particles that do not carry magnetic properties.These uses have been found in processing grease samples, gas emissions; and in examining wear on arthritic joints.