Nano Lubricants and their Applications

In the current growing demand for lubricants, there is a need for the improvement in their lubricating property. This chapter presents an extensive review of Nano lubricants as well as their applications in a variety of business sectors. Nowadays, the additives of the nanoparticles are coming in trend to increase the lubricating property of any lubricant for use in various applications, for this purpose the additives are dispersed in the base oil which forms the stable lubricating fluid. The addition of nanoparticles in the lubrication provides several benefits as compared with the ordinary lubricant such as reduced friction wear and tear, increased load-carrying capacity, and enhanced thermal stability. Continued research and development in the field of nanotechnology are unlocking the potential pertaining to Nano lubricants resulting in applications in high temperatures, high pressures, and corrosive environments where ordinary lubricants cannot work properly. Additionally, they are being explored for their uses in microdevices, electronics, and advanced materials. When seen from the perspective of the future, the future of Nano lubricants presents many exciting potentials. The current focus of research is on the investigation of innovative nanoparticles, the enhancement of dispersion techniques, and the customization of lubricant compositions for particular applications. The potential of Nano lubricants will be further explored as nanotechnology, tribology, and material science make further strides forward. This will allow for an expansion of their use in developing industries and the creation of lubricating solutions that are more environmentally friendly and efficient in terms of energy use.