Calculations of the impact of friction and wear on energy consumption, economic
expenditure, and CO 2 emissions are presented on a global scale. This impact study covers …

This review focused on the effects of nanoparticles on tribological performance in oil
lubrication. Specifically, chemical, physical, and morphological parameters of nanoparticles …

A lubricant is derived from mineral oils or synthetic hydrocarbon blends. However, in order to
fulfill the requirements set by the Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), they lack …

In spite of good development and progress in lubricants, billions US dollars are being lost in
many industries and motor vehicles globally due to engine frictions. Therefore, there is a …

Due to the increasing demand of low emission and fuel economy, friction modifiers have
been widely used in lubricating compositions to adjust friction and wear properties of …

This study examined the tribological properties of two lubricating oils, an API-SF engine oil
and a Base oil, with CuO, TiO2, and Nano-Diamond nanoparticles used as additives. The …

Focusing on layered compounds at the core of materials intercalation chemistry, this
reference comprehensively explores clays and other classes of materials exhibiting the …

Lubricant additives can effectively enhance the performance and environmental adaptability
of lubricants and reduce the energy loss and machine wear caused by friction …

The discovery of carbon nanotubes in 1991 is a milestone in nanomaterials research. Since
then, more and more anisotropic nanoparticles have been detected and characterized. The …

Several types of nanoparticles have been experimentally investigated as possible
lubrication agents and the results suggest that this is a promising idea. However, so far …