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The aim is to analyze how various factors affect the degradation of thickeners in lubricating greases.

December 8, 2025LubricantsOpen Access

Influence of Thermal, Oxidative, Catalytic, and Mechanical Effects on Thickener Degradation and the Associated Lubricating Performance of Greases

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The aim is to analyze how various factors affect the degradation of thickeners in lubricating greases.
Collaborative project analyzing greases in high-stress applications
Evaluated thermal, oxidative, catalytic, and mechanical degradation processes
Used analytical methods to investigate effects on grease characteristics
Catalytic and oxidative effects were significant in reducing viscosity
Mechanical loads significantly influenced thickener degradation
A direct link was established between performance loss and structural changes in thickeners

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Experimental analysis reveals that oxidative and mechanical effects influence viscosity and grease performance in challenging conditions.

Natalia Eurich (2025) studied this question.

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