Material design for adaptive lubrication: Synergistic construction of dynamic gradient tribofilm by regulating functionalized graphene oxide with oleophilic poly(ionic liquid)

Key Points

• Performance improves with dynamic gradient tribofilms made from functionalized graphene oxide.
• Key evidence shows a significant reduction in friction coefficient, measured at 0.12 under specific conditions.
• Assessment of tribological properties evaluated under varying loads using the tribofilm approach.
• Highlights the potential for innovative lubricants, though further research on real-world applications may be needed.