| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7002678 | Tribology International | 2016 | 6 Pages |
Abstract
In this study, the influence of incorporation of carbon based nano fillers, namely multi-walled carbon nanotubes and graphene oxide on the tribological behaviour of ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene was investigated in water lubricated sliding contacts. Further investigations were carried out to study the influence of γ-irradiation and hygrothermal aging on the friction and wear response of the polymeric materials. It was found that regardless of the treatment, GO/MWNT reinforced composites consistently exhibited a lower friction and higher wear resistance in comparison to the unfilled UHMWPE. This was mainly attributed to the lubricating action of the carbonaceous nano fillers in water lubricated sliding contacts.
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Authors
Arash Golchin, Alfred Wikner, Nazanin Emami,