An investigation of material and tribological properties of Sb2O3/Au-doped MoS2 solid lubricant films under sliding and rolling contact in different environments

摘要

Solid lubricant coatings are commonly employed in mechanical systems operating in environments where oil or grease lubrication is not feasible. In particular, solid lubricant coatings are currently being used in rolling element bearings operating in vacuum environments and/or at high temperatures. Although numerous studies have reported the tribological performance of these materials in sliding contact, few if any studies have reported their performance in rolling contact.