In the current growing demand for lubricants, there is a need for the
improvement in their lubricating property. This chapter presents an extensive review of
Nano lubricants as well as their applications in a variety of business sectors. Nowadays,
the additives of the nanoparticles are coming in trend to increase the lubricating
property of any lubricant for use in various applications, for this purpose the additives
are dispersed in the base oil which forms the stable lubricating fluid. The addition of
nanoparticles in the lubrication provides several benefits as compared with the ordinary
lubricant such as reduced friction wear and tear, increased load-carrying capacity, and
enhanced thermal stability. Continued research and development in the field of
nanotechnology are unlocking the potential pertaining to Nano lubricants resulting in
applications in high temperatures, high pressures, and corrosive environments where
ordinary lubricants cannot work properly. Additionally, they are being explored for
their uses in microdevices, electronics, and advanced materials. When seen from the
perspective of the future, the future of Nano lubricants presents many exciting
potentials. The current focus of research is on the investigation of innovative
nanoparticles, the enhancement of dispersion techniques, and the customization of
lubricant compositions for particular applications. The potential of Nano lubricants will
be further explored as nanotechnology, tribology, and material science make further
strides forward. This will allow for an expansion of their use in developing industries
and the creation of lubricating solutions that are more environmentally friendly and
efficient in terms of energy use.
Keywords: Energy generation, Friction reduction, Fuel efficiency, Heat dissipation, Load carrying capacity, Nano lubricants, Nanoparticles, Synthesis of nano lubricants.
