Tribological Study of Nanoparticles Enriched Bio-based Lubricants for Piston Ring-cylinder Interaction
Author | : Mubashir Gulzar |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : |
Release | : 2018 |
ISBN-10 | : 9811082952 |
ISBN-13 | : 9789811082955 |
Rating | : 4/5 (52 Downloads) |
Book excerpt: This thesis investigates the tribological viability of bio-based base stock to which different nanoparticles were incorporated for engine piston-ring-cylinder-liner interaction. It determines experimentally the effects of lubricating oil conditions (new and engine-aged) on the friction and wear of the materials used for piston rings and cylinder liners. The specific base stock examined was a trimethylolpropane (TMP) ester derived from palm oil, and the nanoparticles were used as additives to obtain tribologically enhanced bio-based lubricants. The overall analysis of the results demonstrated the potential of nanoparticles to improve the tribological behavior of bio-based base stock for piston-ring-cylinder-liner interaction.