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Advances In Nanomaterials As Lubricant Additives: A Systemic Review

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  • R. BALAJI NATARAJAN

    (Department of Production Technology, Anna University, MIT Campus, Chennai 600044, India)

  • J. JANCIRANI

    (Department of Production Technology, Anna University, MIT Campus, Chennai 600044, India)

  • B. VASANTHAN

    (��Department of Automobile Engineering, Anna University, MIT Campus, Chennai 600044, India)

  • J. JEEVAMALAR

    (��Department of Mechanical Engineering, Anna University, CEG Campus, Chennai 600025, India)

Abstract

The paper provides an overview of the significance of nanomaterials as additives, in the tribological performance of lubricants. This review describes the ascendancy of different nanoparticles such as carbon-based nanoparticles, metallic nanoparticles, oxide nanoparticles, sulphide nanoparticles, nanocomposites, hybrid and bimetallic nanoparticles in lubricants. The study also evaluates the underlying principles of lubricant-nanoparticle interactions and their effects on wear prevention and friction reduction. The key parameters including particle morphology, particle size, weight concentration, and functionalization of the particle surface, that determine the friction and wear characteristics are discussed. Also, the science behind surface interaction and various mechanisms involved in friction and wear modification is described. The review highlights the prospect of various nanomaterials in the field of lubrication and facilitates development of advanced nanolubricants with superior tribological properties, that attributes to the reduction in energy consumption and improved performance.

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  • R. Balaji Natarajan & J. Jancirani & B. Vasanthan & J. Jeevamalar, 2025. "Advances In Nanomaterials As Lubricant Additives: A Systemic Review," Surface Review and Letters (SRL), World Scientific Publishing Co. Pte. Ltd., vol. 32(12), pages 1-22, December.
    • Handle: RePEc:wsi:srlxxx:v:32:y:2025:i:12:n:s0218625x25300059
    DOI: 10.1142/S0218625X25300059
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