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Effect of Water Content on Tribological Characteristics of Grease

수분 오염에 대한 그리스의 트라이볼로지적 특성

  • Wang, Do-Young (School of Mechanical Engineering, Yonsei University) ;
  • Yoo, Shin-Sung (School of Mechanical Engineering, Yonsei University) ;
  • Kim, Seong-Soo (School of Mechanical Engineering, Yonsei University) ;
  • Kim, Dae-Eun (School of Mechanical Engineering, Yonsei University)
  • Received : 2015.07.17
  • Accepted : 2015.10.01
  • Published : 2016.01.01
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Abstract

Friction of mechanical components affects the life and reliability of various machines. In order to improve the wear resistance of mechanical components, grease has been used as a lubricant. However, depending on the operating condition of the machine, the grease may be contaminated with water, which lowers the its lubricating ability. In this work, the effect of the water content on the lubricating ability of grease was investigated. Friction tests using grease were performed between a stainless steel ball and an acrylic plate. Water content in the grease was varied (0, 5, 10 wt.%). It was found that the contact angle varied due to the addition of water in the grease. The friction and wear of the specimens were assessed with respect to amount of water content. Wear of the specimens was relatively severe when water was added. A water content of 10 wt.% resulted in significant lubricant degradation.

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