Friction-Wear Characteristics of Self-Lubricating Composites Developed for Vacuum Service

The friction-wear characteristics in air and in vacuum are reported for a group of composites that have recently been developed for ultra high vacuum service. They have demonstrated their ability to carry loads of 1400 psi with low self-wear and negligible wear of the surfaces against which they slide. These composites, made up of polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) and a solid lubricant distributed throughout a metal matrix, have been utilized as self-lubricating components in ball bearings operating in environments that conventional lubricants cannot tolerate. These environments include high vacuum (10^?8 torr) and temperatures from -180 to 400 F.     

Formation of Friction Layers in Graphene-Reinforced TiAl Matrix Self-Lubricating Composites

The friction layer structure has been proved to be formed during severe plastic deformation and markedly improves the tribological properties of material. The dry friction and wear performance of graphene-reinforced TiAl matrix self-lubricating composites (GTMSC) at different sliding velocities are systematically researched. GTMSC show the best tribological properties and special friction layer structure containing a wear-induced layer and a grain refinement layer with a nanocrystalline (NC) structure under surface after sliding at a sliding speed of 1.1 m/s. Nanoindentation results show that the grain refinement layer has a higher hardness and elastic modulus than the wear-induced layer. This special microstructure of friction layers beneath the surface after sliding leads to a low coefficient of friction and high wear resistance of GTMSC. Moreover, it is deduced that the appearance of an NC structure results in hardening of the material. The formation mechanisms of friction layers are researched in detail. It can be concluded that the formation of a wear-induced layer results from frictional heat and fracture of the counterpart. The formation of a grain refinement layer is due to severe plastic deformation and dynamic recrystallization. Severe plastic deformation results in the formation of an NC structure and dynamic recrystallization leads to grain refinement.     

Self-Lubricating Composites of Porous Nickel and Nickel-Chromium Alloy Impregnated with Barium Fluoride-Calcium Fluoride Eutectic

Porous nickel and nickel chromium were filled with BaF₂-CaF₂ eutectic composition by vacuum impregnation at 2000 F. The friction and wear properties of the resulting composites were determined in air and in hydrogen from 80 to 1500 F. Higher friction coefficients were obtained compared with coatings of the same fluoride composition on dense metals, however low wear and excellent wear life were obtained. The advantages of coatings (lower friction) and of composites (longer wear life) were combined by applying a thin sintered film (0.001-inch) of eutectic fluoride to the load-bearing surfaces of the composites. In a hydrogen atmosphere at a sliding velocity of 2000 ft per minute, typical friction coefficients for coated alloy composites were 0.06 at 1500 F, 0.18 at 500 F, and 0.20 at 80 F. Friction coefficients were higher at low sliding velocities. Composites with a nickel-chromium matrix were superior to nickel composites in load-carrying ability.     

A Study of the Static/Kinetic Friction Behavior of PTFE-Based Fabric Composites

Three different polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE)-based fabric composites were prepared. The static/kinetic friction behaviors of these composites under different loads and speeds were studied. A 3D laser microscope and profile measurement apparatus were used for analysis of the morphology and weave structure of the composites, and the contact temperature of these composites under different loads and speeds was monitored continuously using a high-precision thermal resistor. In addition, a dynamic mechanical analysis (DMA) apparatus was used to explore the thermal and mechanical properties of PTFE-based fabric composites. The results demonstrated that speed/load, weave structure, and fiber form have an important influence on static and kinetic friction behavior of the fabric composites. Generally, the static friction coefficient is greater than the kinetic friction coefficient, except when considering light load conditions. Under light load conditions, the static friction coefficient is equal to the kinetic friction coefficient. In addition, the kinetic friction coefficient first increased and then decreased with increased speed, but the static coefficient increased first and then remained at an almost constant value. At all sliding speeds, the static and kinetic friction coefficients of tape yarn composites are better than those of the multifilament yarn composites. Weave structure has no effect on the static friction coefficient, but it has a significant influence on the kinetic friction coefficient.     

Influence of Surface Finishing on the Tribological Behavior of Self-Lubricating Iron-Based Composites

Recently, we presented the tribological evaluation of self-lubricating sintered steels produced by taking advantage of the powder injection molding process, the recently introduced plasma-assisted debinding and sintering process, and the in situ formation of solid lubricant particles. This new processing route promotes the in situ generation of nanostructured turbostratic graphite particles during silicon carbide dissociation. In this work, we present the influence of surface finishing on the tribological behavior of self-lubricating composites sintered at 1150°C with (3 and 5 wt%) and without SiC additions. We discuss the effects of the surface topography (R_a) on the friction coefficient and wear rates of specimens and counterbodies. The tribological behavior was analyzed using linear reciprocating sliding tests (constant load of 7 N, 60-min duration). It was shown that the reduction in surface roughness increased both the friction coefficients and wear rates of specimens and counterbodies, probably due to plastic deformation and consequent graphite reservoir sealing. Chemical analyses of the wear scars using scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and energy-dispersive X-ray (EDX) analysis showed a tribolayer that was composed predominantly of carbon and oxygen. Analyses of the wear scars showed traces of plastic deformation on both samples and counterbodies and the predominance of abrasion as the main wear mechanism.     

炭黑/双马来酰亚胺复合材料的性能研究

采用浇铸成型法制备了炭黑填充双马来酰亚胺(BM I-BA)复合材料,研究了炭黑的填充量对复合材料力学性能和摩擦学性能的影响。在M-200型磨损机上测试该复合材料的摩擦学性能,利用扫描电镜(SEM)观察了摩擦副的表面形貌。结果表明:炭黑能够有效提高复合材料的力学性能和摩擦学性能。当炭黑的添加量为4.0wt%时,复合材料的综合力学性能最好;当炭黑的的添加量为6.0wt%时,复合材料的耐磨性能最好。SEM显示复合材料主要是粘着磨损,能在对磨环上形成薄而连续均匀的转移膜,而BM-BA树脂主要发生的是疲劳磨损,并伴有塑性变形。     

铅和氧化铅填充聚四氟乙烯自润滑复合材料减磨性能研究

通过向聚四氟乙烯分别加入铅和氧化铅制取了两种复合自润滑材料。通过实验研究 ,探讨了这两种填充材料对填充聚四氟乙烯复合材料摩擦学性能的影响 ,并通过微观形貌的研究 ,从减磨机理方面进行了对比分析 ,得出了若干有益的结论。     

Study on Tribological Performance of NiAl Matrix Self-Lubricating Composites Containing Graphene at Different Loads

This study aimed to explore the possibility of improving the tribological performance of NiAl matrix composites by graphene addition. Friction and wear experiments of as-prepared specimens were conducted under different conditions using a pin-on-disk wear testing machine. NiAl matrix composites containing graphene showed satisfactory performance in friction coefficient and wear resistance compared to NiAl matrix composites without graphene. For the active effect of graphene, the friction coefficient and wear rate of NiAl matrix composites were maintained at relatively lower values. The beneficial antifriction and antiwear effects of graphene gradually failed when the applied load was above 8 N. Graphene in NiAl matrix composites played an active role in the formation of a friction layer, which was beneficial to the lower friction coefficient and wear rate. In light of this research, graphene plays an active role in reducing the friction coefficient and wear rate. Hence, graphene has great potential in applications as an effective solid lubricant to promote tribological behavior.     

石墨含量对铜基石墨自润滑复合材料摩擦过程中石墨润滑膜的影响

为研究石墨含量对铜基石墨自润滑复合材料摩擦过程中形成石墨润滑膜的影响,采用粉末冶金法制备了不同石墨含量的铜基石墨自润滑复合材料,测试了复合材料的力学性能,用自制环-块摩擦试验机测试评估了材料的耐磨性能,用光学显微镜实时原位观察了摩擦表面组织形貌的变化,用扫描电镜对磨痕进行观察和分析,通过能谱仪成分扫描分析接触面石墨润滑膜的覆盖率。结果表明:随着复合材料中石墨含量的增加,材料的力学性能逐渐降低,石墨润滑膜的覆盖率先升高后降低,磨损量先减小后增大;当石墨体积分数为14%时,石墨润滑膜的覆盖率最高,磨损量最小,耐磨性能最好。     

Effect of Temperature on Tribological Properties and Wear Mechanisms of NiAl Matrix Self-Lubricating Composites Containing Graphene Nanoplatelets

Studies have been carried out to explore the friction and wear behaviors of NiAl matrix self-lubricating composites containing graphene nanoplatelets (NG) against an Si₃N₄ ball from 100 to 600°C with a normal load of 10 N and a constant speed of 0.2 m/s. The results show that NG exhibits excellent tribological performance from 100 to 400°C compared to NiAl-based alloys. A possible explanation for this is that graphene nanoplatelets (GNPs) contribute to the formation of a friction layer, which could be beneficial to the low friction coefficient and lower wear rate of NG. As the temperature increases up to 500°C, the beneficial effect of GNPs on the tribological performance of NG becomes invalid due to the oxidation of GNPs, resulting in severe adhesive wear and degradation of the friction layer on the worn surface of NG. GNPs could hold great potential applications as an effective solid lubricant to promote the formation of a friction layer and prevent severe sliding wear below 400°C.     

Tribological Properties of TiAl Matrix Self-Lubricating Composites Containing Multilayer Graphene and Ti3SiC2 at High Temperatures

An investigation is conducted on the unexplored synergistic effects of multilayer graphene (MLG) and Ti₃SiC₂ in self-lubricating composites for use in high-temperature friction and wear applications. The tribological properties of TiAl matrix self-lubricating composites with different solid lubricant additions (Ti₃SiC₂-MLG, MLG) are investigated from room temperature to 800°C using a rotating ball-on-disk configuration. Tribological results suggest the evolution of lubrication properties of MLG and the excellent synergistic lubricating effect of MLG and Ti₃SiC₂ as the testing temperature changes. It can be deduced that MLG has great potential applications as a promising high-temperature solid lubricant within 400°C, and a combination of MLG and Ti₃SiC₂ is an effective way to achieve and maintain desired tribological properties over a wide temperature range.     

Wear and Friction of TiAl Matrix Self-Lubricating Composites against Si3N4 in Air at Room and Elevated Temperatures

More durable, low-friction bearing materials over a wide temperature range are needed for turbine components and other high-temperature bearing applications. The current study reported the tribological properties of TiAl matrix self-lubricating composites (TMC) containing MoS₂ (a low-temperature lubricant, below 500°C), hBN (a medium-temperature lubricant, below 600°C), and Ti₃SiC₂ (a high-temperature lubricant, above 600°C) designated as MhT against an Si₃N₄ counterface at temperatures ranging from 25 to 800°C in air. The load was 10 N and the sliding speed was 0.2 m/s for all tests. Tribological studies indicated that TMC containing MhT showed a lower friction coefficient and wear rate in comparison to TiAl-based alloy at all test temperatures, which was attributed to the excellent synergetic lubricating effect of MoS₂, hBN, and Ti₃SiC₂. TMC containing 5 wt% MhT exhibited the best tribological properties over a wide temperature range.     

A Nickel-Alloy-Based High-Temperature Self-Lubricating Composite with Simultaneously Superior Lubricity and High Strength

It is a challenge to design self-lubricating materials that exhibit and maintain reduced friction coefficient as well as high strength over a wide range of temperatures. A high-temperature self-lubricating nickel-alloy-based composite was created using the hot pressing technique. The composite exhibited high relative density, and simultaneously superior lubricating properties, average friction coefficient below 0.25 from room temperature to 800 °C, and high strength, 470 MPa of tensile strength and 1500 MPa of compressive strength. The composite was very promising in high-temperature tribology.     

Effect of Fluoride Content on Friction and Wear Performance of Ni<Subscript>3</Subscript>Al Matrix High-Temperature Self-Lubricating Composites

The self-lubricating composites Ni₃Al–BaF₂–CaF₂–Ag–Cr, which have varying fluoride contents, were fabricated by the powder metallurgy technique. The effect of fluoride content on the mechanical and tribological properties of the composites was investigated. The results showed that an optimal fluoride content and a balance between lubricity and mechanical strength were obtained. The Ni₃Al–6.2BaF₂–3.8CaF₂–12.5Ag–10Cr composite showed the best friction coefficients (0.29–0.38) and wear rates (4.2 × 10⁻⁵–2.19 × 10⁻⁴ mm³ N⁻¹ m⁻¹) at a wide temperature range (room temperature to 800°C). Fluorides exhibited a good reduced friction performance at 400 and 600°C. However, at 800°C, the formation of BaCrO₄ on the worn surface due to the tribo-chemical reaction at high temperatures provided an excellent lubricating property.     

Tribological Behavior of UHMWPE Reinforced with Graphene Oxide Nanosheets

In this article, a series of graphene oxide (GO)/ultrahigh molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) composites are successfully fabricated through an optimized toluene-assisted mixing followed by hot-pressing. The mechanical and tribological properties of pure UHMWPE and the GO/UHMWPE composites are investigated using a micro-hardness tester and a high speed reciprocating friction testing machine. Also, the wear surfaces of GO/UHMWPE composites are observed by a scanning electron microscope (SEM), to analyze the tribological behavior of the GO/UHMWPE composites. The results show that, when the content of GO nanosheets is up to 1.0 wt%, both the hardness and wear resistance of the composites are improved significantly, while the friction coefficient increases lightly. After adding GO, the tribological behavior of the GO/UHMWPE composites transforms from fatigue wear to abrasive wear associated with the generation of a transfer layer on the contact surface, which efficiently reduced the wear rate of the GO/UHMWPE composites.     

等离子喷涂制备镍基自润滑复合涂层的研究

为提高车轴用材料35CrMo的耐磨性,在Ni60A中添加粒度均为(-280～340)目的二硼化钛TiB2钴Co和铬Cr粉;将等离子喷涂和均匀设计方法引入轴减磨抗磨设计中,在35CrMo上等离子喷涂制备200μm镍60A基二硼化钛TiB2、钴Co、铬Cr复合自润滑涂层。研究结果表明:由SEM可看出涂层与基体结合良好且涂层呈层状结构分布,由EDS可看出各元素渗透到了Ni60A基体里并产生了冶金结合;将验证组结果和神经网络预测值对比,磨损误差在12%之内,显微硬度误差在11%之内,涂层相比基体耐磨性提高了6倍,显微硬度提高了3倍;可从人工神经网络的预测结果中选出具有优良性能的镍60A基二硼化钛TiB2、钴Co、铬Cr复合自润滑涂层的配比范围。     

高频轻载自润滑关节轴承加速寿命试验方法

为在短时间内获得高频轻载自润滑关节轴承的寿命信息,通过增大载荷的方式建立了加速寿命试验模型,进行了2组恒定应力加速寿命试验。采用韦布尔分布对关节轴承寿命进行描述,并借助最小二乘法对韦布尔分布函数的2个参数进行估算,确定出关节轴承可靠性寿命的相关指标,最终计算出基准载荷下关节轴承的可靠性寿命。数据统计结果表明,关节轴承的寿命服从韦布尔分布,其加速模型符合逆幂律关系,从而验证了在不改变失效机理的前提下对高频轻载自润滑关节轴承进行载荷应力加速寿命试验的可行性,极大地提高了产品寿命的预测效率。     

自润滑关节轴承磨损量在线测量精度的影响因素

自润滑关节轴承的磨损量是其寿命评价的关键指标,系统分析了影响自润滑关节轴承在线磨损量测量精度的因素,并提出了针对性的改进措施和建议,为提高自润滑关节轴承磨损量在线测量精度提供一定的参考和借鉴。     

Wear of Chromium Carbide-Copper Composites with Continuous Phases

A tribological study has been carried out on a new type of carbide-metal composite, in which the two phases form a continuous skeleton microstructure interwoven throughout the body. The composites' resistance to two-body abrasion is evaluated in a pin-on-drum set-up with diamond and SiC abrasive papers. Also sliding wear and friction tests with steel and alumina as counter materials were undertaken. The composites show promising tribological properties, comparable to those of established wear resistant materials. Scanning electron microscopy was used to study the worn surfaces. The implications of the skeleton microstructure on the abrasive wear resistance are discussed on the basis of a wear model for multiphase materials.