Recent advances in 2D nanomaterials, such as graphene, transition metal dichalcogenides,
boron nitride, MXenes, allow not only to discover several new nanoscale phenomena but …

Polymer nanocomposites with enhanced performances are becoming a trend in the current
research field, overcoming the limitations of bulk polymer and meeting the demands of …

Self-lubricating polymer composite coatings, with tailorable tribological and mechanical
properties, have been widely employed on mechanical parts to reduce friction and wear …

Graphene materials considered to be promising candidates for next-generation lubricants
has been explored and summarized extensively, owing to their atomic-level lamellar …

Because of their higher energy efficiency and environmental friendliness, electrical vehicles
(EVs) have recently positioned themselves as one of the most sustainable alternatives to …

During the last decades, Graphene Nanoplatelets (GNPs) have received increasing
attention in industrial and academic fields due to their outstanding electrical, thermal and …

Diamond nanothread (DNT), which has been recently found to outperform other
conventional carbon-based nanomaterials, is a promising reinforcer for polymer composites …

Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) is widely used in tribological applications. However, it faces
challenges due to its high wear rate. Reinforcement of additives in PTFE reduces its wear …

With the development of modern industry, the requirements for mechanical equipment are
increasingly stringent, and increasing attention has been paid to reducing wear or …

A bstract Friction and wear, specifically in automotive components, significantly impact fuel
consumption, greenhouse gas emissions, material quality and lifespan, operational costs …