Abstract: An enhanced lubricant formulation is provided as a formulation that improves upon existing lubricant systems by enhancing the tribological properties. The formulation utilizes inorganic cylindrical lattice (ICL) nanoparticles combined with an existing lubricant to reduce friction and recondition the interfacing surfaces of moving parts. The ICL nanoparticles are symmetrical and cylindrical structure that provides a rolling effect between two interfacing surfaces. The ICL nanoparticles additionally exfoliate portions of their lamellar exterior as a tribological film that reduces the surface roughness on interfacing surfaces resulting in a decrease in friction. The formulation reduces the requirement for frequent replacement of the lubricant and additionally provides improved performance under conditions of extreme temperature and pressure.

Abstract: An antifouling paint formulation incorporating tungsten nanotubes is applied to surfaces to impart a biomimetic antifouling coating, as well as, repairing and strengthening microscopic fractures of the surface. The antifouling paint formulation includes a paint base, a tungsten sulfide nanotube filler, and a quantity of biocides. The quantity of biocides inhibit and prevent the growth of organisms on the painted surface. The tungsten nanotube filler fills the void within microscopic fractures, reinforcing the surface material. The paint base includes a color pigment, a bonding resin within a volatile solvent. The quantity of biocides and the tungsten sulfide nanotube filler are mixed into the paint base in order to be dispersed across the surface as the antifouling paint formulation is painted on the surface.