Preparation and dispersion stability of graphite nanoparticles in palm oil
Azman, N.F1, Syahrullail, S2, Rahim, E.A3.
Nanolubricant, which is the suspension of nanoparticles in
a based lubricant, promises a positive impact on
tribological performance. However, its stability is a cause
for concern in actual applications. The present research
evaluates the effect of dispersion methods on the
dispersion stability of graphite in palm oil-based
lubricant. Nanolubricants are prepared by different twostep methods; including magnetic stirrer, overhead stirrer
and high-shear homogeniser. The dispersion stability of
nanolubricants was measured by sedimentation
photographs and metallographic microscopy. The results
indicate that the high-shear homogeniser method was the
most effective at providing a more stable suspension.
Dispersion stability of nanolubricants affects the viscosity
and tribological performance.
Affiliation:
- Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, Malaysia
- Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, Malaysia
- Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia, Malaysia