Magnetism in two-dimensional (2D) van der Waals (vdW) materials has recently emerged as
one of the most promising areas in condensed matter research, with many exciting emerging …

In recent years, increased environmental concern and regulations have fueled a search for
new lubricant additives with reduced environmental impact. Owing to their attractive …

The large and rapidly growing family of 2D early transition metal carbides, nitrides, and
carbonitrides (MXenes) raises significant interest in the materials science and chemistry of …

Abstract Elemental two-dimensional (2D) materials, characterized by unique chemical,
physical, and electrical characteristics, now offer intriguing energy and catalysis application …

Extreme pressure (EP) and antiwear (AW) additives are necessary for boundary lubrication.
However, their mechanisms and physical and chemical properties remain unclear. EP and …

Surface texturing and solid lubricants have demonstrated the ability to substantially reduce
friction and wear under dry conditions. In recent decades, these two technologies have been …

Abstract 2D/2D heterostructures can combine the collective advantages of each 2D material
and even show improved properties from synergistic effects. 2D Transition metal carbide …

Approximately 36 million tons of waste plastics are generated in the United States each
year, most of which are discharged into the environment and end in landfills. This is …

Ionic liquids (ILs) have emerged as potential lubricants in 2001. Subsequently, there has
been tremendous research interest in ILs from the tribology society since their discovery as …

Molybdenum disulfide (MoS2) is one of the most broadly utilized solid lubricants with a wide
range of applications, including but not limited to those in the aerospace/space industry …