Title: Jatropha Oil as Alternative Source of Lubricant Oil
Abstract: This research investigated the physical properties of Jatropha oil to determine its viability as a clean and renewable source of lubricant oil. The study was performed using a four-ball tribotester, CCD camera, scanning electron microscope, digital microscope and viscosity meter. The experiment was conducted using different temperatures (55, 95 and 125°C) and loads (200, 400, and 600 N). The experiment was performed under the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM), number D 4172.The data included the evaluation of anti-wear, anti-friction, coefficient of friction, wear scar diameter and viscosity of Jatropha oil. All results of this research were compared to findings regarding hydraulic oil as a commercial mineral oil- based lubricant to evaluate lubricant ability. The results showed that, using various temperatures and loads, Jatropha oil had a higher lubricant ability compared to hydraulic mineral oil. (Iman Golshokouh, Syahrullail bin Saimon, Farid Nasir Ani, Mohamadali Golshokouh. Jatropha Oil as Alternative Source of Lubricant Oil. Life Sci J 2013;10(8s):268-276) (ISSN:1097-8135). http://www.lifesciencesite.com. 43
Publication Year: 2013
Publication Date: 2013-07-25
Language: en
Type: article
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