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As we strive towards net-zero targets, electric systems become increasingly common. Benefits include the reduction of carbon-based emissions at the point of use and rationalisation of the range of (carbon based) fuels that may be required to support operation. Extended use of electric machines and vehicles gives rise to new tribological challenges. High currents and high voltages lead to electrical breakdown between bearings and seals promoting component damage and the degradation of lubricating and cooling fluids.
Whilst the operation of motors and transmissions at high speed and high torque, leads to novel failures, challenges for the design of surfaces, and the need for new approaches to lubrication and lubricant formulation. This event will focus on the tribology of renewable power generation and electric transport to explore a range of emerging challenges in electrical systems and review contemporary tribology research into their solutions in the quest to meet the goal of “net zero”.
Whilst the operation of motors and transmissions at high speed and high torque, leads to novel failures, challenges for the design of surfaces, and the need for new approaches to lubrication and lubricant formulation. This event will focus on the tribology of renewable power generation and electric transport to explore a range of emerging challenges in electrical systems and review contemporary tribology research into their solutions in the quest to meet the goal of “net zero”.
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