The characteristics and applications of synthetic lubricating greases

Based on the need to develop indigenous synthetic base greases, the authors' organisation produced candidate greases based on polyesters of adipic acid, thickened with modified bentonites. The formulation and performance of these greases are presented, demonstrating their lubricity and stability characteristics, and conclusions are drawn as to their suitability, according to these characteristics, for various applications, including those in a petroleum-origin fuel environment.