Coatings and Lubrication in Extreme Environments
A special issue of Lubricants (ISSN 2075-4442).
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 15 November 2024 | Viewed by 6595
Special Issue Editor
Interests: lubricants; coatings; surface engineering; manufacturing; machining; wear; friction
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Critical parts used in different industries, such as aerospace, energy, transportation, and manufacturing, are often exposed to extreme environments in which they may experience elevated temperatures, conditions with high loads and strain, excessive vibrations, and/or wet or contaminated environments. Applying proper lubrication and coatings onto contact bodies operating under such extreme conditions is essential for minimizing the unavoidable friction and seizure between them, preventing severe wear and failure, and thus prolonging the lifespan of parts. Yet, the complex tribological phenomena which occur under these conditions can alter the properties and behaviour of coatings and lubricants and adversely affect their longevity and overall performance.
In this Special Issue, “Coatings and Lubrication in Extreme Environments”, we are looking for outstanding research that contributes to an in-depth understanding of these complex tribological phenomena, with a particular focus on works that study the root causes of wear and failure in coatings and lubricants under various harsh environments and propose strategies to mitigate the consequential damages. We are also looking for the latest advancements in high-performance coatings and lubricants that can resist wear in extreme environments and provide protection and lubrication under these conditions. This Special Issue will showcase solutions from researchers that will help leading industries avoid significant waste and failure and improve the operational efficiency and quality of critical parts used in extreme environments.
Dr. Maryam Aramesh
Guest Editor
Manuscript Submission Information
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Keywords
- coatings
- lubricants
- surface and interface
- tribology
- friction and seizure
- extreme operational environments