Revolutionizing Grease Formulation: Sustainable Practices and Thermal Performance Enhancement through Waste Transformer Oil and Advanced Additives

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  • Nor Amira Fatihah Bashari Faculty of Chemical and Process Engineering Technology Universiti Malaysia Pahang Al-Sultan Abdullah Lebuh Persiaran Tun Khalil Yaakob 26300 Kuantan, Pahang, Malaysia
  • Mohd Aizudin Abd Aziz Faculty of Chemical and Process Engineering Technology Universiti Malaysia Pahang Al-Sultan Abdullah Lebuh Persiaran Tun Khalil Yaakob 26300 Kuantan, Pahang, Malaysia
  • Nick Miles Faculty of Engineering Room A18 Trent Building University Park Nottingham NG7 2RD, United Kingdom
  • Muhammad Auni Hairunnaja Faculty of Chemical and Process Engineering Technology Universiti Malaysia Pahang Al-Sultan Abdullah Lebuh Persiaran Tun Khalil Yaakob 26300 Kuantan, Pahang, Malaysia
  • Mohd Faizal Ali Faculty of Chemical and Process Engineering Technology Universiti Malaysia Pahang Al-Sultan Abdullah Lebuh Persiaran Tun Khalil Yaakob 26300 Kuantan, Pahang, Malaysia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.37934/arfmts.127.2.93105

Keywords:

Sustainable grease, waste transformer oil, additives-enhanced lubrication

Abstract

This research explores the formulation of sustainable and high-performance greases utilizing waste transformer oil (WTO) as a base material and incorporating additives such as molybdenum disulphide (MoS2), polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE), and fumed silica. The study involves a meticulous process, including the pre-treatment of WTO, grease production, blending of additives, and thorough characterization. Various tests, including consistency, dropping point, oil bleeding, and FTIR analysis, provide comprehensive insights into the thermal stability, mechanical properties, and molecular composition of the formulated greases. The research contributes to advancing grease formulation practices, with a focus on sustainability and performance enhancement. The successful integration of waste transformer oil and additives demonstrates the potential for environmentally conscious lubrication solutions. This study provides a valuable foundation for future developments in the field.

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Author Biographies

Nor Amira Fatihah Bashari, Faculty of Chemical and Process Engineering Technology Universiti Malaysia Pahang Al-Sultan Abdullah Lebuh Persiaran Tun Khalil Yaakob 26300 Kuantan, Pahang, Malaysia

amirabashari97@gmail.com

Mohd Aizudin Abd Aziz, Faculty of Chemical and Process Engineering Technology Universiti Malaysia Pahang Al-Sultan Abdullah Lebuh Persiaran Tun Khalil Yaakob 26300 Kuantan, Pahang, Malaysia

maizudin@umpsa.edu.my

Nick Miles, Faculty of Engineering Room A18 Trent Building University Park Nottingham NG7 2RD, United Kingdom

nick.miles@nottingham.ac.uk

Muhammad Auni Hairunnaja, Faculty of Chemical and Process Engineering Technology Universiti Malaysia Pahang Al-Sultan Abdullah Lebuh Persiaran Tun Khalil Yaakob 26300 Kuantan, Pahang, Malaysia

mauliduni97@gmail.com

Mohd Faizal Ali, Faculty of Chemical and Process Engineering Technology Universiti Malaysia Pahang Al-Sultan Abdullah Lebuh Persiaran Tun Khalil Yaakob 26300 Kuantan, Pahang, Malaysia

mohdfaizalali@umpsa.edu.my

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Published

2025-02-20

How to Cite

Bashari, N. A. F. ., Abd Aziz, M. A. ., Miles, N. ., Hairunnaja, M. A. ., & Ali, M. F. . (2025). Revolutionizing Grease Formulation: Sustainable Practices and Thermal Performance Enhancement through Waste Transformer Oil and Advanced Additives. Journal of Advanced Research in Fluid Mechanics and Thermal Sciences, 127(2), 93–105. https://doi.org/10.37934/arfmts.127.2.93105

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