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 …

In pursuit of energy efficiency and durability throughout human history, advances in
lubricants have always played important roles. Ionic liquids (ILs) are room-temperature …

The development of a new class of metalworking fluids (MWFs) with unique properties is
essential to achieve energy-efficient and sustainable growth. Ionic liquids (ILs) are molten …

Thermo-mechanical loads are the main factor that influences the tool wear and product
surfaces during machining processes. Lubrication in metal cutting is an effective medium to …

The growing concern with environmental issues and the rapid development of new engines
accentuated the need for more efficient and green lubricants. Ionic liquids (ILs) have …

The use of ionic liquids (ILs) as lubricants or additives has been studied extensively over the
past few decades. However, the ILs considered for lubricant applications have been part of a …

Fatty acid-derived ionic liquids (FAILs) are synthesized and then demonstrated as the
environmentally-friendly additive to mineral lube base oil for enhancement of lubrication …

A newly developed bio-based metalworking fluid (MWF) from Jatropha oil is evaluated in
this study as part of the research purposes for 'greener'machining activity. This work focuses …

Asphaltenes, which comprise polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon cores with attached short
aliphatic side chains, are the most polar fraction of crude oils. Asphaltenes are prone to …

Ionic liquids have been widely discussed as potential lubricants, however, their properties
make them also very good potential candidates as lubricant additives (eg, friction modifiers …