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Development of an effective method of introducing metal nanoparticles and metal oxides into base oils used in engine oils
Industry: motorization
Manager: Prof. UEK, dr hab. inż. Artur Wolak
Broker: Małgorzata Smaga-Szczepańczyk
Phone: 12 293 59 09
Email: szczepam@uek.krakow.pl
Possible forms of commercialization: sale, licence

Design and development of technologies for the production of nanopreparations containing different proportions of individual types of nanoparticles will be carried out. Next, the compatibility / stability of nanopreparations with selected base oils will be checked. The third step is to obtain the complete physicochemical characteristics of the obtained nanopreparations and to test the stability of nanoformulations over time.The method of homogenizing nanopreparations will be conducted in laboratory conditions.

The use of nano-additives enables to replace environmentally harmful additives that cause unfavorable emissions (e.g. ZDDP) with environmentally friendly additives, such as Al2O3 / TiO2 nanoparticles - inexpensive and environmentally friendly. Due to nano-additives, the oil can significantly contribute to the reduction of friction in the engine, which will translate into lower wear of engine parts and obtain greater fuel efficiency in vehicles, consequently, reduce environmental impact of the automotive industry.

Keywords: Engine oil with nanopreparation, Nanoparticles of metals and metal oxides, Technology of production of nanopreparations, Reduction of friction in the engine, Fuel economy, Reduction of harm to the environment
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The program called "Innovation Incubator 4.0" is implemented as part of a non-competitive project entitled "Support for the management of scientific research and commercialization of R&D results in research units and enterprises" under the Intelligent Development Operational Program 2014-2020 (Measure 4.4).
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