Novel materials as additives for advanced lubrication
AssigneeUchicago Argonne, LLC
InventorsVilas G. POL, Michael M. THACKERAY, Kuldeep MISTRY, Ali ERDEMIR
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Abstract
This invention relates to carbon-based materials as anti-friction and anti-wear additives for advanced lubrication purposes. The materials comprise carbon nanotubes suspended in a liquid hydrocarbon carrier. Optionally, the compositions further comprise a surfactant (e.g., to aid in dispersion of the carbon particles). Specifically, the novel lubricants have the ability to significantly lower friction and wear, which translates into improved fuel economies and longer durability of mechanical devices and engines.
Claims20
A lubricant composition comprising a particulate carbon nanotube material suspended in a liquid hydrocarbon carrier;
- wherein individual carbon nanotubes comprise a nanotubular carbon particle encapsulating a metal nanoparticle at an end thereof
Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.