Advances in Ionic Liquids as New Lubricant Materials
A special issue of Lubricants (ISSN 2075-4442).
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 January 2026 | Viewed by 1098
Special Issue Editors
Interests: tribology; biotribology; tribocorrosion; ionic liquids
Interests: coatings; tribology; ionic liquids
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Dear Colleagues,
Advances have been made in the use of ionic liquids (ILs) as new lubricants, which have revolutionized the field of tribology by offering unique properties such as low volatility, high thermal stability, and tunable viscosity. ILs exhibit excellent lubrication performance under extreme conditions, reducing friction and wear more effectively than traditional lubricants. Their customizable chemical structures allow for the design of specific ILs tailored to particular applications, enhancing their efficiency. Additionally, the environmentally friendly nature of many ILs positions them as sustainable alternatives to conventional lubricants. Ongoing research focuses on understanding the fundamental mechanisms of lubrication by ILs and on overcoming challenges related to cost and large-scale production, aiming to fully integrate these advanced materials into industrial applications.
Dr. Luís Vilhena
Dr. Fábio Ferreira
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- lubricant additives
- ionic liquids
- tribology
- lubrication regime
- stribeck curve
- friction
- wear
- tribofilm formation
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