Essays about: "lubricants"
Showing result 1 - 5 of 55 essays containing the word lubricants.
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1. Additives in a steam engine to decrease friction : Friction testing of solid lubricants in powder form
University essay from Karlstads universitet/Institutionen för ingenjörsvetenskap och fysik (from 2013)Abstract : This thesis aims to investigate the coefficient of friction between steel on steel contacts with the addition of solid lubricants such as h-BN, WS2, MoS2 in powder form, in dry conditions and wet conditions. More specifically, the purpose is to enhance the sliding between the piston rings and cylinder block in a modern high temperature steam engine developed by RANOTOR. READ MORE
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2. Tribological characterization of a ball bearing subjected to an electric field : Electric drivetrain tribology
University essay from Luleå tekniska universitet/Institutionen för teknikvetenskap och matematikAbstract : Electric machines are widely used in for instance the automotive industry in electric vehicles and in wind turbines. The electrical machines have mechanical bearings as an integral part used to transmit power and load. In addition, the main function includes reducing friction between interacting surfaces. READ MORE
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3. Service life study of environmentally friendly lubricants.
University essay from Luleå tekniska universitet/Institutionen för teknikvetenskap och matematikAbstract : Environmentally friendly lubricants are in demand in response to the rising concerns and restrictive legislation that surround the use of mineral oil lubricants. One area of importance is understanding the service life of the environmentally friendly base oils of these non-toxic, biodegradable and renewable alternatives. READ MORE
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4. Supporting Sustainable selection for lubricants in automotive industry : Constant velocity joint grease as a case study
University essay from Linköpings universitet/KonstruktionsmaterialAbstract : Sustainability within automotive industry has been an important topic that is covered in several studies. Due to the multi-aspect nature of sustainability and the variety of the factors need to be taken in consideration when choosing a material, the decision-making process could be challenging. READ MORE
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5. Test rig for gear transmissions in electrical applications
University essay from Luleå tekniska universitet/Institutionen för teknikvetenskap och matematikAbstract : Due to the environmental problems associated with fossil fuels and a big need from the market, the majority of the automotive industry is going towards fully electric vehicles (EVs). To further reduce the environmental footprint there is ongoing research on the use of fossil-free lubricants, if they could be used to lubricate the drive train which could further reduce the use of fossil oil in the automotive industry. READ MORE