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 …

Calculations of the impact of friction and wear on energy consumption, economic
expenditure, and CO 2 emissions are presented on a global scale. This impact study covers …

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

A lubricant is derived from mineral oils or synthetic hydrocarbon blends. However, in order to
fulfill the requirements set by the Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), they lack …

Since the introduction of ionic liquids (IL) in 1914, there has been a growing interest in this
class of materials, because of their unique properties. Ionic liquids are organic salts, melting …

Lubricants have played important roles in friction and wear reduction and increasing
efficiency of mechanical systems. To optimize tribological performance, chemical reactions …

Many factors tend to influence the increased demand in recent years, including state-of-the-
art of effective and environmentally benign lubricants. More importantly, managing volatile …

Unique synergistic effects between phosphonium-alkylphosphate ionic liquids and zinc
dialkyldithiophosphate (ZDDP) are discovered when used together as lubricant additives …

Phosphonium-based room temperature ionic liquids (P-RTILs) offer outstanding lubricant
properties. Studies have shown that the cationic chain length and anionic ring size …

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 …