Rheological and Tribological Study of Polyethylsiloxane with SiO2 Nanoparticles Additive

Nowadays, much attention is paid to the creation of high-performance lubricants with improved properties through use ultrafine nanopowders. The paper shows results studying viscoelastic samples silicon dioxide nanoparticle suspensions based on polyethylsiloxane (silicone oil) by acoustic resonance method. method a study additional coupling effect characteristics piezoelectric resonator. values shear modulus and tangent mechanical loss angle were calculated. interaction between polymer molecules nanoparticles was characterized infrared spectroscopy. influence (as nano-additive) performance lubricant presented. determining friction coefficient from sliding speed show an increase in tear strength lubricating film, leading tribological properties.