The main functions and properties of lubricating oil
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Lubricants play a very wide range of roles in daily life; they are used in cars, mechanical components, various devices, and even in small parts utilized in everyday applications. The main function of lubricant is to reduce friction between mechanical equipment, mechanical components, and various objects; it serves purposes such as lubrication, auxiliary cooling, rust prevention, removal of impurities, sealing, and cushioning. The main properties of lubricants include viscosity, oxidation stability, and lubricity. However, with advances in technology and the existence of some unscrupulous manufacturers, fake lubricants are emerging in large numbers, and an increasing number of additives are being used in lubricants.
Different lubricants are used for different operating conditions.
For lubricating oil in operation, under what circumstances should viscosity stress be considered?