  A new solution for a general half-plane contact in the steady state is
presented. The contacting bodies are subject to a set of constant loads -
normal force, shear force and bulk tension parallel with the interface -
together with an oscillatory set of the same quantities. Partial slip
conditions are expected to ensue for a range of these quantities. In addition,
the line of action of the normal load component does not necessarily need to
pass the centre-line of the contact, thereby introducing a moment and asymmetry
in the contact extent. This advancement enables a mapping to be formalised
between the normal and tangential problem. An exact and easy to apply recipe is
defined.
