Tribotechnical Properties of Composite Materials Based on Epoxy Polymers
The tribotechnical properties of unfilled and dispersed-filled epoxy polymers were studied. The coefficients of sliding friction and the wear rates of polymer composite materials were determined. The dependence of coefficient of sliding friction on type of filler and its content in the polymer composition was studied. The fabricated composite materials were tested for abrasion resistance against steel.
According to the guidelines for the molecular design of traction base fluids obtained from a previous study, more than 100 chemical compounds have been synthesised. Employing 61 naphthenic compounds whose chemical structures have been clearly identified, the optimisation of molecular structure has been studied regarding the compatibility of high-temperature traction coefficient and low-temperature fluidity. As a result, the requirements for molecular structures for high-performance traction base fluids have been clarified.