Tribological Properties of the Castor Oil Affected by the Additive of the Ionic Liquid [HMIM]BF4

2015 ◽  
Vol 138 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Qian Shanhua ◽  
Chen Xuliang ◽  
Liu Liguo ◽  
Li Qingzhong
Keyword(s):  
Ionic Liquid ◽  
Tribological Properties ◽  
Castor Oil ◽  
Wear Behavior ◽  
Physical Adsorption ◽  
Engineering Application ◽  
Test Results ◽  
Test Rig ◽  
Wear Scar Diameter ◽  
Ball Test

The influence of the ionic liquid used as the additive on the tribological properties of castor oil is investigated using a four-ball test rig. The additive percentages of ionic liquid in castor oil are 0.6 wt.%, 1 wt.%, 2 wt.%, and 3 wt.%. The test results show that a small amount of ionic liquid can postpone the peak coefficient of friction and decrease the wear behavior of castor oil. The minimum of the wear scar diameter (WSD) occurs at 1 wt.% ionic liquid. It seems that the chemical adsorption of castor oil and ionic liquid on the steel surface is more significant than the physical adsorption. This study should be of great importance of understanding the potential engineering application of castor oil.

Experimental investigation on the tribological properties of modified carbon nanotubes as the additive in castor oil

2018 ◽  
Vol 70 (3) ◽  
pp. 499-505
Author(s):  
Shanhua Qian ◽  
Hongyue Wang ◽  
Chuanhui Huang ◽  
Yongwu Zhao
Keyword(s):  
Carbon Nanotubes ◽  
Coefficient Of Friction ◽  
Tribological Properties ◽  
Castor Oil ◽  
Friction And Wear ◽  
Engineering Application ◽  
Wear Scar ◽  
Wear Scar Diameter ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Modified Carbon Nanotubes

Purpose This paper aims to modify carbon nanotubes with oleic acid, and to study the tribological properties of castor oil with modified carbon nanotubes additives. The proper additives are sought for the future engineering application of castor oil. Design/methodology/approach Tribological properties of the castor oils mixed with the modified carbon nanotubes of four mass percentages were investigated using a four-ball testing rig. Coefficient of friction and wear scar diameter were obtained in each test, and the mechanism of modified carbon nanotubes and castor oil was discussed. Findings The results indicated that modified carbon nanotubes had better dispersion in castor oil. Coefficient of friction first increased, then decreased and finally grew stable with the time, and wear scar diameter of steel surface functioned as a first reduced then increased change with the additive mass percentage of modified carbon nanotubes. The minimum of average coefficient of friction and wear scar diameter occurred at 0.02 Wt.% modified carbon nanotubes. Originality/value A small amount of modified carbon nanotubes could improve properties of the castor oil, and the mixed castor oil with 0.02 Wt.% modified carbon nanotubes would be most possibly used in engineering applications.

Tribological Properties of PTFE Nanocomposites Filled with Alumina Nanoparticles

2012 ◽  
Vol 557-559 ◽  
pp. 534-537 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yong Ping Niu ◽  
Sa Li ◽  
Jun Kai Zhang ◽  
Li Hua Cai ◽  
Yong Zhen Zhang
Keyword(s):  
Wear Resistance ◽  
Electron Microscope ◽  
Scanning Electron Microscope ◽  
Tribological Properties ◽  
Wear Behavior ◽  
Alumina Nanoparticles ◽  
Test Rig ◽  
Scanning Electron ◽  
Worn Surfaces

Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) nanocomposites filled with alumina nanoparticles were prepared by compression molding and follow-up sintering. The tribological behaviors of PTFE nanocomposites sliding against GCr15 steel were evaluated using ball-on-disk tribology test rig. The worn surfaces of the unfilled and filled PTFE nanocomposite were investigated using a scanning electron microscope (SEM). The wear behavior of the PTFE nanocomposites was explained in terms of the topography of worn surfaces. It was found that the addition of alumina nanoparticles was effective in enhancing the wear resistance of the PTFE nanocomposite.

Preparation of Ni Nanoparticles and Evaluation of Their Tribological Performance as Potential Additives in Oils

1999 ◽  
Vol 123 (3) ◽  
pp. 441-443 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sunqing Qiu ◽  
Zhongrong Zhou ◽  
Junxiu Dong ◽  
Guoxu Chen
Keyword(s):  
Direct Contact ◽  
Sodium Dodecyl ◽  
Tribological Performance ◽  
Ni Nanoparticles ◽  
Test Results ◽  
Wear Scar Diameter ◽  
Relative Percentage ◽  
Lubricating Oils ◽  
Deposit Film ◽  
Ball Test

The application of nanoparticles in tribology has received considerable attention in recent years. In this paper, we described the preparation of Ni nanoparticles in microemulsions of sodium dodecyl sulphate (SDS)/isopentanol/cyclohexane/water and their tribological performance as additives in oils. The size of these nanoparticles is about 10 nm, and their shape is spherical. The four-ball test results indicate that Ni nanoparticles are potential additives for lubricating oils, and the tribological performance of lubricating oils can be improved significantly by dispersing Ni nanoparticles in oils. The maximum non-seizure load (PB) has been increased by 67 percent as compared with background oil. The wear scar diameter has been reduced from 0.71 mm to 0.49 mm. The relative percentage in friction coefficient has decreased 26 percent. The tribological mechanism is that a deposit film in the contacting regions was formed, which prevented the direct contact of rubbing surfaces and greatly reduced the frictional force between the contacting surfaces.

The Effect of Lubricant on Tribological Properties of Carbonyl Iron-Based Magnetorheological Fluids

2011 ◽  
Vol 197-198 ◽  
pp. 540-543 ◽  
Author(s):  
Zhi De Hu ◽  
Hua Yan ◽  
Xue Mei Wang ◽  
Hai Zhe Qiu
Keyword(s):  
Tribological Properties ◽  
Carbonyl Iron ◽  
Engineering Application ◽  
Magnetorheological Fluid ◽  
Wear Properties ◽  
Wear Scar Diameter ◽  
Steel Surfaces ◽  
Iron Based ◽  
Friction And Wear Properties ◽  
Worn Surface

Magnetorheological fluid (MRF) is a new kind of smart material, it is very necessary for us to study its tribological properties because it will be widely used in engineering application. In this paper, the tribological behavior of Carbonyl Iron-based magnetorheological fluid (MRF) was investigated on a four-ball tribological tester, the influence of lubricant on friction coefficient and wear scar diameter was discussed, the morphology of the wear steel surfaces lubricated with MRF were observed by a scanning electron microscope. The results show that the addition of MoS2can significantly improve the tribological properties of clay-based MRF. However, the friction and wear properties of silica-based MRF become bad after the addition of MoS2. The morphology of worn surface lubricated with the MRF added MoS2is similar to that without additive, but the groove of wear marks lubricated with clay-based MRF is more shallower and the area of the worn surface is smaller in the condition of adding MoS2.

Experimental Research of Tire Elastomer-Surface Tribological Properties

2014 ◽  
Author(s):  
Andrei A. Kupreyanov ◽  
Mikhail V. Morozov ◽  
Boris N. Belousov ◽  
Tatiana I. Ksenevich ◽  
Vladimir V. Vantsevich
Keyword(s):  
Tribological Properties ◽  
Friction Pair ◽  
Thermodynamic Characteristics ◽  
Surface Friction ◽  
Normal Pressure ◽  
Test Results ◽  
Test Rig ◽  
Friction Process ◽  
Factor Ii ◽  
Experimental Findings

This paper presents a new experimental test rig and experimental findings on tire elastomer-surface friction characteristics that are necessary for modeling tire thermodynamic characteristics and then tire characteristics, including the μ-curve in the driving and braking modes of operation. Unlike common approaches, the paper offers experimental procedures and test results on both steady and non-steady friction process by introducing (i) velocity factor, (ii) normal pressure distribution, and (iii) a temperature factor in the elastomer-surface contact. The group of (i), (ii), and (iii)-listed factors, taken together, represents the key elements by means of which tribological properties of the tire-road interaction, i.e., an elastomer-surface friction pair, impact the μ-curve.

scholarly journals Tribological Characteristics of Natural Fiber Reinforced Polyester Hybrid Composites

2019 ◽  
Vol 8 (10) ◽  
pp. 947-952 ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Surface Temperature ◽  
Natural Fiber ◽  
Hybrid Composites ◽  
Wear Behavior ◽  
Load Capacity ◽  
Industrial Applications ◽  
Test Results ◽  
Test Rig ◽  
Simplified Method ◽  
Gear Surface Temperature

In order to investigate the wear behavior and tooth damage of Madar and Bauhinia Racemosa fibers reinforced polyester, the composite gears were fabricated with varying the fiber weight percentages of 5%, 10%, 15% and 20%. This paper explores the rolling and sliding of the composite gears running against nylon gear with a simplified method of analyzing and understanding the wear and tooth damage. Tests were conducted without external lubrication over a range of loads 4Nm, 8Nm,12Nm and 16Nm using a gear test rig. The test results of composite gears are compared with unreinforced polyester gear (URPE). It was found that the surface temperature was the primary factor affecting the wear rate and an initial relationship between gear surface temperature and load capacity. This composite can be useful for automobile and industrial applications.

Investigation of friction and wear behavior of hydroxyl-functionalized graphene nanoplatelets filled elastomer nanocomposites

2021 ◽  
pp. 146442072110616
Author(s):  
Hasan Kasim ◽  
Adem Onat ◽  
Barış Engin ◽  
İsmail Saraç
Keyword(s):  
Wear Rate ◽  
Tribological Properties ◽  
Wear Behavior ◽  
Normal Load ◽  
Graphene Nanoplatelets ◽  
Rubber Matrix ◽  
High Wear Resistance ◽  
Homogeneous Distribution ◽  
Functionalized Graphene ◽  
Sealing Elements

The use of unfilled pure elastomer parts is limited in friction wheels, roller tires, sealing elements, and dynamic friction air suspension applications requiring high wear resistance. This study investigates the mechanical and tribological properties of new nanocomposites obtained by adding hydroxyl-functionalized graphene nanoplatelets at 1, 4, and 8 phr (parts per hundred rubber) ratios to the carbon black filled main rubber compound of sealing elements designed for axle hubs. The synergistic effect of nanofiller materials on the wear behavior of nanocomposites was tested with a block-on-ring wear tester under dry sliding conditions at 1000 rpm and 15 N normal load conditions. The worn surfaces were examined with scanning electron microscopy and circularly polarized light–differential interference contrast topology microscopy to reveal the wear mechanism. The addition of functionalized graphene nanoplatelets to the nanocomposite compound caused significant changes in tensile strength and elongation values by changing the cross-link density. The wear rate of nanocomposites prepared with graphene nanoplatelets at 1, 4, and 8 phr ratios was 11.15%, 25.24%, and 36.54% lower than the main rubber mixture used, respectively. While the hysteresis loss decreased by 14.83% at 1 phr, this value increased in other filler ratios. Significant differences in temperature change occurred as the amount of filler increased. After the test, the temperature values of nanocomposites with 1 and 4 phr filler ratios were between about 85–89°C, while it was measured as 99°C in nanocomposites with 8 phr filler ratios. It has been observed that the homogeneous distribution of two-dimensional carbon allotropes such as graphene nanoplatelet added to the rubber matrix at the optimum rate will improve tribological properties such as better surface lubrication, low wear rate, and low friction coefficient.

Enhancement of tribological properties of greases for circuit breakers

MRS Advances ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 3 (64) ◽  
pp. 3979-3985
Author(s):  
Brenda Castaños ◽  
Cecilia Fernández ◽  
Laura Peña-Parás ◽  
Demófilo Maldonado-Cortés ◽  
Juan Rodríguez-Salinas
Keyword(s):  
Mass Loss ◽  
Tribological Properties ◽  
Wear Properties ◽  
Circuit Breakers ◽  
Wear Scar Diameter ◽  
Aluminum Complex ◽  
Electrical Industry ◽  
Security Test ◽  
3D Profilometer ◽  
Lithium Complex Grease

ABSTRACTGreases are essential in the electrical industry for the purpose of minimizing wear and coefficient of friction (COF) between the components of circuit breakers. Nowadays some researchers have explored the addition of nanoparticles to enhance their tribological properties. In this study, tribological tests were performed on different greases employed for the electrical industry. CuO and ZnO nanoparticles were homogeneously dispersed into the greases, varying their concentration (0.01 wt.%, 0.05 wt.%, and 0.10 wt.%). A four-ball tribotest, according to ASTM D-2266, and a ball-on-disk tribotest, according to ASTM G-99, were performed in order to analyze the wear scar diameter (WSD), COF, wear mass loss and worn area. The worn materials were characterized with an optical 3D profilometer measurement system. Anti-wear properties were enhanced up to 29.30% for the lithium complex grease (LG) with no nanoparticles added, in comparison with the aluminum complex grease (AG), providing a much better tribological performance; in the ball-on-disk tribotests, a 72.80% and a 15.74% reduction in the mass loss and COF were achieved, respectively. The addition of nanoparticles was found to provide improvements of 5.31% in WSD for the AG grease and 34.49% in COF for the LG grease. A pilot test was performed following the security test UL489, achieving a reduction of 45.17% in the worn area achieved by LG grease compared to AG grease.

scholarly journals Tribochemistry and EP Activity Assessment of Mo-S Complexes in Lithium-Base Greases

2008 ◽  
Vol 2008 ◽  
pp. 1-6 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tarunendr Singh
Keyword(s):  
Electron Spectroscopy ◽  
Auger Electron ◽  
Wear Scar ◽  
Extreme Pressure ◽  
Flash Temperature ◽  
Wear Scar Diameter ◽  
Activity Assessment ◽  
Temperature Parameter ◽  
Ball Test ◽  
Base Grease

The blends of bis(1,5-diaryl-2,4-dithiomalonamido)dioxomolybdenum(VI) complexes in lithium-base grease are evaluated for their extreme pressure activity in a “four-ball test” using 12.7 mm diameter alloy steel ball specimen. The additive, bis(1,5-di-p-methoxyphenyl-2,4-dithiomalonamido)dioxomolybdenum(VI) and bis(1,5-di-p-chloro-phenyl-2,4-dithiomalonamido)dioxomolybdenum(VI) exhibited lower values of wear-scar diameter at higher load and higher values of weld load, flash temperature parameter, and pressure wear index as compared with lithium-base grease without additives. The greases fortified with the developed additives prevent rusting and corrosion of bearings while grease containing no additives did not pass these tests as per the standard tests. These greases have also better oxidation protection as compared to the grease that has no additive. The topography and tribochemistry of the wear-scar surface are carried out by means of scanning electron microscopy and Auger electron spectroscopy techniques, respectively.

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