Effects of Good Lubricants on Engine Performance to Eliminate Frictional Force and Prolonging Engine Life Span
The lubrication system involves the use of solid substance and liquid substance, the solid substance involves the use of grease to lubricate surface of metals to eliminate frictional force, the use of liquid substance that flows in an engine to eliminate frictional force. Despite advances in mechanical engineering, engines frequently fall short of their expected performance levels and service life, largely due to poor lubrication. Since the beginning of the industrial revolution, lubrication has played a vital role in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of machinery. This opinion-based research adopts a comprehensive survey approach to highlight key insights, focusing on the impact of high-quality lubricants in enhancing engine efficiency, reducing friction, and prolonging engine lifespan. Focusing on the concepts of engine, engine performance and frictional force, types of engines, types of lubrication, ingredients for producing lubricants, properties of lubricant, importance of lubricants in engines, effects of frictional force on engines. The study concludes that selecting the appropriate lubricating fluid is crucial for maintaining the performance, efficiency, longevity and life span of automobile engines. Its recommend that regular fluid analysis is essential to monitor the condition of lubricating fluids, selecting the right lubricating fluid for a specific application is crucial. Proper fluid maintenance practices are vital to extend the lifespan of an engine.
Authors
- Chamberlain Ohwojero
- Chiduhiegem Wordu
Institutions
- Delta State University (NG)
Publication Details
- Journal
- DELSU Journal of Educational Research and Development
- Published
- 2025-05-22
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.61448/djerd22132
- Primary Topic
- Lubricants and Their Additives
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00