UHMWPE Hybrid Nanocomposites for Improved Tribological Performance Under Dry and Water-Lubricated Sliding Conditions

To tap the full potential of polymers to be used as tribo-materials under water lubrication, it is very important to improve their resistance to water uptake on the one hand and improve their strength and load bearing capacity on the other so that their performance under these conditions is not deteriorated. Hence, a unique approach of fabricating a hybrid polymer nanocomposite reinforced with nanoclay for improving the resistance to water uptake and carbon nanotubes (CNTs) to improve the mechanical/tribological properties is undertaken. Ultrahigh molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) hybrid nanocomposites were fabricated via ball milling followed by hot pressing method. Functionalized multi-wall CNTs and C15A organoclay were used as nanofillers in UHMWPE matrix. Hybrid nanocomposites were developed with CNT loadings of 0.5, 1.5 and 3.0 wt% while keeping C15A organoclay content fixed at an optimized value of 1.5 wt%. Initially, the hybrid nanocomposites were optimized under dry sliding conditions whereby a loading of 1.5 wt% of CNTs and 1.5 wt% C15A organoclay resulted in the maximum reduction in the specific wear rate by about 64% as compared to pristine UHMWPE. Later, tribological performance of the optimized hybrid nanocomposite was compared with pristine UHMWPE and its UHMWPE nanocomposites under water-lubricated conditions sliding against a 440C stainless steel ball for 150,000 cycles. The specific wear rate showed a reduction by ~46% for the 1.5 wt% CNTs hybrid nanocomposites as compared to pristine UHMWPE under water lubrication. The improved resistance to wear was attributed to the uniform dispersion of both the nanofillers, namely CNTs and C15A organoclay which effectively increased the load bearing capacity of UHMWPE. Moreover, the excellent barrier properties of the platelet-like structure of C15A clay which presented a torturous path for the diffusion of the water molecule in UHMWPE reduced the softening of the surface layer leading to better resistance to wear under water lubrication.     

颗粒增强铝基复合材料干摩擦磨损特性研究

采用自制的干摩擦磨损试验机研究了3种ZL101-SiCp、Al2O3p复合材料及对比材料与半金属摩擦材料配副的摩擦磨损性能.结果表明,随接触压力的增加,材料的磨损率增加;随摩擦速度的增加,材料的磨损率减小.ZL101合金的磨损率比复合材料要大近3个数量级.复合材料的磨损率仅为HT250的1/3.随接触压力、速度的增加,材料的摩擦系数降低.复合材料的摩擦系数与HT250的相当,摩擦系数稳定性优于HT250.     

聚酰亚胺复合材料与不同金属间干滑动时的摩擦学性能

采用MPX-2000型摩擦磨损试验机研究了聚四氟乙烯和二硫化钼填充聚酰亚胺复合材料在干滑动摩擦条件下与45钢、镍铬合金、铜和铝对磨时的摩擦磨损性能,并利用扫描电子显微镜和光学显微镜分析了复合材料及对偶件的磨损表面形貌。结果表明:复合材料与铝对磨时的摩擦因数和磨损率最低,分别约为与钢摩擦时的43%和49%;摩擦后铝表面形成均匀连续的转移膜,45钢、镍铬合金和铜的表面没有形成有效转移膜,因此复合材料的摩擦因数较大;复合材料与不同金属材料摩擦时的磨损机理主要是粘着磨损与疲劳磨损。     

Comparative Investigation on Tribological Properties of Ion-Sulfuration Layers Under Dry Friction

Four kinds of steel, including high-speed steel (M2), die steel (L6), stainless steel (420) and plain carbon steel (1045), were treated by low-temperature ion sulfuration. Sulfide layers, dominated by the FeS phase, were produced on the surfaces of the four steels. The tribological properties of sulfide layers were investigated on a block-on-ring test rig under dry friction conditions. The results showed that the tribological properties of all sulfurized steels were remarkably improved. The tribological properties decreased in the order of high-speed steel—die steel—1045 steel—stainless steel. The hardness, microstructure and corrosion resistance of the substrate determined the differences in the tribological properties of different steels.     

On the Tribological Behaviour of SiC and Alumina Mated Against Different Steels Under Dry Sliding Conditions

There have been several studies regarding the tribological behaviour of ceramics such as SiC and alumina mated against steels or self-mated. Nevertheless, only little is known about possible tribochemical reactions when ceramics are mated against steels. In the present study, ceramic pins made of SiC (EKasicF) or alumina (F99.7) respectively were tested under dry sliding conditions against different steel disc counter bodies using a pin-on-disc tribometer. The different ceramics showed significant differences in their tribological behaviour, i.e., coefficient of friction and wear amount. Especially, the SiC couples showed significant differences in the wear amounts while these were quite similar for the alumina couples. The wear behaviour of the SiC couples is discussed in more detail. A correlation between chromium content of the steel discs was found for the SiC couples. The surfaces of selected specimens were analysed by Auger-Electron-Spectroscopy (AES). Wear for the SiC couples was mainly attributed to tribochemical reactions as far as the steel disc was containing the alloying element chromium in considerable amount. Furthermore, a simple wear schematic is proposed.     

Dry Sliding Tribological Properties of Fe-Based Bulk Metallic Glass

The dry or unlubricated sliding friction and wear properties of as-cast and annealed BMG (bulk metallic glass) with nominal composition of Fe_66.7C_7.0Si_3.3B_5.5P_8.7Cr_2.3Al_2.0Mo_4.5 against Si₃N₄ ceramic ball was studied, along with a conventional material, using a ball-on-disk tribotester at room temperature. The overall average coefficient of friction value of the as-cast BMG was in the range of 0.26?C0.42, which was better than the conventional material SUJ2 (0.36?C0.46) and comparable with SUS304 (0.31?C0.40). The wear mechanism of the Fe-based BMG changed with wear condition. The wear rate increased with increasing load. The hardness of the BMG increased during annealing, however, the wear resistance did not increase proportionally.     

Friction and Wear Behaviors of Two Kinds of Hydroxyl-Terminated Polydimethylsiloxane-Modified PU/EP IPN Composites Under Dry Sliding Conditions

In this study, a systematic investigation on the tribological properties of two kinds of hydroxyl-terminated polydimethylsiloxane (HTPDMS)-modified castor oil-based polyurethane/epoxy resin (PU/EP) interpenetrating polymer network composites (IPN) was carried out through a pin-on-disk arrangement under dry sliding conditions. Experimental results revealed that the incorporation of HTPDMS can significantly improve the friction and wear properties of PU/EP IPN. Further, it was found that both the friction coefficient and wear loss decreased with increasing content of HTPDMS. The worn surface of the PU/EP IPN matrix and the modified composites were analyzed using scanning electron microscope and 3D noncontact surface-mapping profiler. The as-prepared and worn surfaces of the HTPDMS-modified PU/EP IPN were also investigated using X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy. The mechanisms for the improvement of tribological properties were discussed.     

Effects of Normal Load,Sliding Speed,and Surface Roughness on Tribological Properties of Niobium under Dry and Wet Conditions

The effects of normal load, sliding speed, and surface roughness on the friction and wear of high-purity niobium (Nb) during sliding without and with an introduction of water were systematically investigated. Increasing the normal load or sliding speed decreased the friction of the Nb under the both dry and wet conditions because the increased wear of the Nb decreased the interfacial shear strength between the steel ball and Nb by promoting the surface roughening and the production of wear debris. However, the Nb tested at the lowest sliding speed under the lowest normal load with water exhibited the lowest friction and wear due to the formation of oxide layer on the wear track. The friction and wear of the Nb tested under the dry condition decreased with increased surface roughness because the higher interfacial shear strength between the steel ball and smoother Nb resulted in the earlier breakdown of the native oxide layer and direct contact between the steel ball and Nb. However, increasing the surface roughness of the Nb increased its friction and wear under wet conditions, probably due to the easier breakdown of the oxide layer that formed on the rougher surface during sliding. The tribological results clearly showed that the introduction of water during sliding had a significant influence on the tribological properties of the Nb.     

层状WC/TiC陶瓷刀具材料与轴承钢的摩擦磨损性能

采用雾化-喷覆液膜-干燥工艺及真空热压烧结技术制备了层状WC/TiC陶瓷刀具材料,在干摩擦条件,将其与GCr15轴承钢进行了摩擦磨损实验,研究了不同滑动速度和不同载荷对其摩擦系数和磨损量的影响规律,并对其摩擦磨损后的表面形貌进行了分析。结果表明:在相同载荷条件下,材料的摩擦系数和磨损量均随滑动速度的升高而减小,当滑动速度为12m/min时,材料的摩擦系数和磨损量最小,其值分别为0.276和0.68×10^-3mm^3;在相同滑动速度条件下,材料的摩擦系数和磨损量也均随载荷的增大而减小,载荷为120N时,材料的摩擦系数和磨损量最小,其值分别为0.157和0.58×10^-3mm^3;材料的磨损机理主要是粘着磨损和磨粒磨损。     

Tribological Behaviors of Hybrid PTFE/Nomex Fabric/Phenolic Composite under Dry and Water-Bathed Sliding Conditions

The tribological behaviors of hybrid polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE)/Nomex fabric/phenolic composite under dry sliding condition and water-bathed sliding conditions were investigated using a pin-on-disk type tribometer. The results showed that this hybrid fabric reinforced composite exhibited a higher wear rate and a lower friction coefficient under water-bathed sliding conditions compared to that measured under dry sliding condition. Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and X-ray photoelectron microscopy (XPS) analysis demonstrated that under water-bathed sliding conditions the transfer films formed on the counterpart pins surface were of high roughness and less PTFE transferred onto the pin surface, compared to that under dry sliding condition. Moreover, the hybrid fabric composite displayed varied tribological behaviors when distilled water-bathed sliding condition and seawater-bathed sliding condition were applied separately.     

Effect of Sliding Speed and Applied Load on Dry Sliding Tribological Performance of TiAl Matrix Self-lubricating Composites

More durable, low-friction self-lubricating materials in modern industry are greatly needed for tribological systems. The current paper presents the tribological performance of TiAl matrix self-lubricating composites (TSC) containing MoS₂, hexagonal BN and Ti₃SiC₂ designated as MhT against GCr15 steel counterface under several sliding speeds from 0.2 to 0.8 m s^?1 and applied loads from 6 to 12 N. The results suggested that MhT played an important role in decreasing friction coefficients and wear rates. The covering percentage of transfer layers on worn surfaces varied with the changing of sliding speeds and applied loads, hence resulting in the distinct friction and wear characteristics of TSC. TSC containing 10 wt% MhT exhibited the best excellent tribological performance at 10 N–0.8 m s^?1, which could be due to the formation of the best compaction and largest coverage of transfer layer on the worn surfaces.     

Tribological Properties of AW/EP Additives Under Different Thermal Conditions

The authors have investigated the action of compositions containing AW/EP additives under scuffing conditions and the influence of temperature on the wear of friction elements lubricated with selected compositions. It has been stated that postponing of scuffing initiation is not always sufficient to obtain very good strength of the surface layer and decreased wear. Furthermore, the results show the influence of temperature and load on the additive action. Extreme friction conditions result in greater wear intensity and change in the lubricating action of additives.     

Influence of Polymer Filler on Tribological Properties of Thermoplastic Polyurethane Under Oscillating Sliding Conditions Against Cast Iron

The tribological behaviour of unfilled thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) and a polymer sphere filled (TPUG) thermoplastic polyurethane have been studied under oscillating sliding condition against cast iron as a counterpart. In the case of unfilled TPU, the wear mechanisms are dominated by particle detachment and roll formation. In principle, TPUG also showed a similar wear mechanism as that of unfilled TPU; in addition, particle pull-out and delamination are also observed. Wear volume of TPUG was significantly higher than that for the unfilled TPU and this is attributed to the different material removal processes taking place in the material during sliding. The polymer spheres as a filler material deteriorated the wear resistance of TPU because of improper adhesion and bonding of filler in the TPU matrix and therefore it contributed to more wear. In case of TPU the friction behaviour was strongly dependant on the temperature and surface roughness of the counter body. The results showed that below the glass transition temperature higher friction values are observed with higher counter body surface roughness. However, above the glass transition temperature, higher friction values are observed with a smoother surface roughness of the counter body. In case of TPUG, the friction behaviour was not significantly dependent on surface roughness of the counter body.     

碳纤维/聚醚醚酮(CF/PEEK)复合材料摩擦磨损性能及抗摩擦静电特性研究

利用真空热压烧结技术制备了不同碳纤含量的碳纤维/聚醚醚酮(CF/PEEK)复合材料,采用热导率分析仪和热重测试仪对材料的热学性能进行表征,并利用多功能摩擦磨损试验机、三维形貌轮廓仪、扫描电子显微镜和摩擦静电计对材料的摩擦磨损性能和抗摩擦静电性能进行分析。分析结果表明：随着CF添加量的增加,复合材料摩擦因数、磨损率和摩擦静电电压先降低后升高,当CF添加量(质量分数)为20%时,摩擦因数、磨损率和摩擦静电电压达到最低,分别为0.247、5.6×10^-6 mm/(N·m)和3.3 V,证明此种方法制备的20%CF/PEEK材料具有优异的摩擦磨损性能和抗静电性能。CF/PEEK复合材料磨损机理以黏着磨损为主,并且伴随着轻微的磨粒磨损。     

Effect of Interfacial Properties on EHL Under Pure Sliding Conditions

This paper presents an experimental study of the effect of boundary slip on the lubricating film shape and friction of an elastohydrodynamic lubrication (EHL) contact under isothermal conditions. Ball and disc pure sliding experiments were carried out with a high viscosity polybutene oil using a conventional optical EHL test rig. The film shape and friction were measured simultaneously. The results obtained from two discs with different coatings were compared. One disc was coated only with Cr, the partially reflective layer, and the other had an extra layer of SiO₂ coating on top. When running under mild conditions of low load and speed, there was no evidence of any boundary slip effect. However, when the load increased, the Cr-coated disc produced lower film thickness and friction than the SiO₂-coated disc. The Cr-coated surface had a larger contact angle, i.e., smaller surface energy, than the SiO₂ surface, which reflects the weak bonding between the molecules of the surface and the lubricant. The study concludes that surfaces with low surface energy promote boundary slip at the EHL contact, leading to a reduction in friction and film thickness.     

Dry-Sliding Tribological Properties of Cu/AlMgB14 Composites

In this paper, Cu/AlMgB₁₄ composites with by weight percent, 5, 10 and 20 % of the AlMgB₁₄ (referred to CA-5, CA-10 and CA-20) were fabricated by hot-press sintering method. The mechanical and dry-sliding tribological properties of the three composites were investigated. The results indicated that the densities of the Cu/AlMgB₁₄ composites were lower than copper, whereas the hardness higher. The friction and wear behaviors of the composites were strongly dependent on the AlMgB₁₄ content. The friction coefficient was in the range of 0.73–1.0 for CA-5, but it was always steady at about 0.2 for CA-10 and CA-20. Accordingly, the increase in the AlMgB₁₄ concentration can improve the wear resistance of the composites.     

Analytical/Experimental Heat Transfer in Dry Sliding of Polymeric Composites

Polymeric composite block samples were run dry against rotating stainless steel rings in a Falex Model No. 1 friction and wear test machine. An infrared fiber optics thermal monitor was used to measure temperatures on the block. A finite element heat-transfer analysis was used to predict the amount of heat transferred to the block and the rotating ring. In the finite element analysis, temperatures were specified on the contact surface and iterated until the computed temperature distributions away from the interface matched those measured to within 10 percent. Computed temperatures at the interface were 10–15 percent higher than those measured in proximity to, but not at, the interface. Block thermal conductivities ranged from 0.20 to 0.90 w/m-K, with the portion of heat transferred to the block varying proportionally and maximum block temperature varying inversely with block thermal conductivity. These effect are as expected from closed-form solutions assuming equal temperatures on either side of the interface.     

温度对火焰喷涂FEP涂层制备及摩擦学性能的影响

利用火焰喷涂在不同预热温度制备了FEP涂层，评价了环境温度对涂层摩擦学性能的影响，并对涂层进行了XRD、SEM等分析。结果表明：FEP涂层的最佳预热温度为270℃，此时涂层与基材的结合面上缺陷很少。FEP粉末和涂层中都含有无定形和结晶相，形成涂层后的结晶度有了明显的提高；环境温度在200℃以下时，涂层摩擦因数变化不大；200℃以后摩擦因数迅速增大，且涂层的磨损率随着环境温度的升高而增大；在较高的环境温度下，涂层的磨损呈现出明显的疲劳磨损特征。     

Tribological Properties of Graphite-Fiber-Reinforced,Partially Fluorinated Polyimide Composites

Graphite-fiber-reinforced polyimide (GFRPI) composites were formulated form three new partially fluorinated polyimides and three types of graphite fiber. Nine composites were molded into pins and evaluated in a pin-on-disk tribometer. Friction coefficients, wear rates, pin wear surface morphology, and transfer film formation were assessed at 25 and 300°C. Also assessed was the effect of sliding distance on friction and the effect of constantly increasing or decreasing temperature on friction. Wear was up to two orders of magnitude lower at 25°C and up to one order of magnitude lower at 300°C than with previously formulated NASA GFRPI composites.