Progress and Trends in Tribological Research of Ionic Liquids
Ionic liquids is represented as a promising new lubricant for the characteristics of low melting point,non-flammability,low volatility and high thermal stability.The progress in tribological research on ionic liquids used as base oils and additives was reviewed,the preparation of nanoparticles within ionic liquids as well as its tribological research were introduced,and the trends in tribological research on ionic liquid lubricants was summarized.Additionally,the follow-up research direction for ionic liquids used as lubricants was proposed based on the issues encountered in their practical use.(Charts2 Table1 References42)