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Laboratory evaluation of a nanostructured lubricating grease for tram runflat tires.
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Industrial Lubrication & Tribology . 2024, Vol. 76 Issue 3, p356-364. 9p. - Publication Year :
- 2024
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Abstract
- Purpose: This paper aims to develop a stable gel-type lubricant emulating commercial conditions. This encompassed rheological and tribological assessments, alongside field trials on the Medellín tram system. Design/methodology/approach: The gel-type lubricant with graphite and aluminum powder is synthesized. Rheological tests, viscosity measurements and linear viscoelastic regime assessments are conducted. Subsequently, tribological analyses encompassing four-ball and twin disc methods are executed. Finally, real-world testing is performed on the Medellín tram system. Findings: An achieved lubricant met the stipulated criteria, yielding innovative insights into the interaction of graphite and aluminum powder additives under varying tests. Originality/value: Novel findings are unveiled regarding the interaction of graphite and aluminum powder additives in tribological, rheological and real-world trials. In addition, the wear behavior of polymers is observed, along with the potential utilization of such additives in tramway systems. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 00368792
- Volume :
- 76
- Issue :
- 3
- Database :
- Academic Search Index
- Journal :
- Industrial Lubrication & Tribology
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 176581161
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1108/ILT-08-2023-0256