Unraveling the nanomechanical properties of surface-grafted conjugated polymer brushes with ladder-like architecture

2020 ◽  
Vol 11 (44) ◽  
pp. 7050-7062 ◽  
Author(s):  
Monika Słowikowska ◽  
Karol Wolski ◽  
Artur J. Wójcik ◽  
Daniel Wesner ◽  
Holger Schönherr ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Tribological Properties ◽  
Conjugated Polymer ◽  
Polymer Brushes ◽  
Grafted Polymer ◽  
Nanomechanical Properties ◽  
Mechanical And Tribological Properties ◽  
Extended Conformation

Surface-grafted polymer brushes with ladder-like architecture enforce extended conformation of the chains affecting their mechanical and tribological properties.

Tribology of surface-grafted polymer brushes

2016 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 141-154 ◽  
Author(s):  
Piotr Mocny ◽  
Harm-Anton Klok
Keyword(s):  
Tribological Properties ◽  
Polymer Brushes ◽  
Lubrication Mechanism ◽  
Characterization Methods ◽  
Grafted Polymer ◽  
Potential Applications ◽  
Boundary Lubricants

The tribological properties, lubrication mechanism, characterization methods and potential applications of surface-attached polymer-based boundary lubricants are reviewed.

Study on mechanical and tribological properties of ternary fluororubber filled with four needles of zinc oxide

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mengyao Ning ◽  
Kangshuai Li ◽  
Chengqi Yan ◽  
Guangfei Wang ◽  
Zehua Xu ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Zinc Oxide ◽  
Tribological Properties ◽  
Mechanical And Tribological Properties

scholarly journals Structure, Corrosion Resistance, Mechanical and Tribological Properties of ZrB2 and Zr-B-N Coatings

Metals ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (8) ◽  
pp. 1194
Author(s):  
Philipp Kiryukhantsev-Korneev ◽  
Alina Sytchenko ◽  
Yuriy Kaplanskii ◽  
Alexander Sheveyko ◽  
Stepan Vorotilo ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Corrosion Resistance ◽  
Tribological Properties ◽  
Current Density ◽  
Corrosion Current Density ◽  
Elastic Recovery ◽  
Optical Emission ◽  
Corrosion Current ◽  
Impact Testing ◽  
Total Oxidation ◽  
Mechanical And Tribological Properties

The coatings ZrB2 and Zr-B-N were deposited by magnetron sputtering of ZrB2 target in Ar and Ar–15%N2 atmospheres. The structure and properties of the coatings were investigated via scanning and transmission electron microscopy, energy dispersion analysis, optical profilometry, glowing discharge optical emission spectroscopy and X-ray diffraction analysis. Mechanical and tribological properties of the coatings were investigated using nanoindentation, “pin-on-disc” tribological testing and “ball-on-plate” impact testing. Free corrosion potential and corrosion current density were measured by electrochemical testing in 1N H2SO4 and 3.5%NaCl solutions. The oxidation resistance of the coatings was investigated in the 600–800 °С temperature interval. The coatings deposited in Ar contained 4–11 nm grains of the h-ZrB2 phase along with free boron. Nitrogen-containing coatings consisted of finer crystals (1–4 nm) of h-ZrB2, separated by interlayers of amorphous a-BN. Both types of coatings featured hardness of 22–23 GPa; however, the introduction of nitrogen decreased the coating’s elastic modulus from 342 to 266 GPa and increased the elastic recovery from 62 to 72%, which enhanced the wear resistance of the coatings. N-doped coatings demonstrated a relatively low friction coefficient of 0.4 and a specific wear rate of ~1.3 × 10−6 mm3N−1m−1. Electrochemical investigations revealed that the introduction of nitrogen into the coatings resulted in the decrease of corrosion current density in 3.5% NaCl and 1N H2SO4 solution up to 3.5 and 5 times, correspondingly. The superior corrosion resistance of Zr-В-N coatings was related to the finer grains size and increased volume of the BN phase. The samples ZrB2 and Zr-B-N resisted oxidation at 600 °C. N-free coatings resisted oxidation (up to 800 °С) and the diffusion of metallic elements from the substrate better. In contrast, Zr-B-N coatings experienced total oxidation and formed loose oxide layers, which could be easily removed from the substrate.

scholarly journals The Effect of Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) Particles on Microstructural and Tribological Properties of Electroless Ni-P+PTFE Duplex Coatings Developed for Geothermal Applications

Coatings ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (6) ◽  
pp. 670
Author(s):  
Gifty Oppong Boakye ◽  
Arna María Ormsdóttir ◽  
Baldur Geir Gunnarsson ◽  
Sandeep Irukuvarghula ◽  
Raja Khan ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Wear Resistance ◽  
Tribological Properties ◽  
Complex Geometry ◽  
Corrosion And Wear ◽  
Functional Layer ◽  
Scaling Properties ◽  
Wear Rates ◽  
Mechanical And Tribological Properties ◽  
Duplex Coating ◽  
Wear Protection

The selection of electroless nickel-phosphorus plating (ENP) has been inclined towards their properties and advantages with complex geometry applications. These properties include coating uniformity, low surface roughness, low wettability, high hardness, lubricity, and corrosion- and wear-resistance. Materials used in geothermal environments are exposed to harsh conditions such as high loads, temperature, and corrosive fluids, causing corrosion, scaling, erosion and wear of components. To improve the corrosion- and wear-resistance and anti-scaling properties of materials for geothermal environment, a ENP duplex coating with PTFE nanoparticles was developed and deposited on mild steel within the H2020 EU Geo-Coat project. ENP thin adhesive layer and ENP+PTFE top functional layer form the duplex structure of the coating. The objective of this study was to test the mechanical and tribological properties of the developed ENP-PTFE coatings with varying PTFE content. The microstructural, mechanical and tribological properties of the as-deposited coating with increasing PTFE content in the top functional layer in the order: ENP1, ENP2 and ENP3 were evaluated. The results showed maximum wear protection of the substrates at the lowest load; however, increasing load and sliding cycles increased the wear rates, and 79% increased lubrication was recorded for the ENP2 duplex coating. The wear performance of ENP3 greatly improved with a wear resistance of 8.3 × 104 m/mm3 compared to 6.9 × 104 m/mm3 for ENP2 and 2.1 × 104 m/mm3 for ENP1. The results are applicable in developing low friction, hydrophobic or wear-resistive surfaces for geothermal application.

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