Antiusure
Antiusure, sometimes rendered as antiusure, is a term used in mechanical engineering and tribology to describe approaches aimed at reducing wear and tear on moving surfaces. The concept covers lubricants, surface coatings, materials selection, and operating practices that collectively extend component life and improve reliability. Although not a formal standard, antiousure strategies are widely discussed in industry literature and engineering guidelines.
Key mechanisms include the use of lubricants and antiwear additives to form protective films; boundary lubrication
Common technologies labeled as antiousure include zinc dialkyldithiophosphate and phosphorus-containing additives, antiwear lubricants, surface texturing, ceramic
Performance is evaluated using wear tests (e.g., four-ball wear test) and friction measurements, along with field
Environmental and compatibility concerns are important, as some antiwear additives can affect seals or catalytic converters;