Nanovätskor för effektiv smörjning och värmeväxling

Important results from the project

We achieved our goals to verify the technology through industrial pilot projects via a project with Scania. We have investigated suitable production and options and plan to outsource the nonmaterial production where we formulate the nanofluids. Analysis of IP showed a virgin landscape for our focus area of nano lubricants for MQL. We have applied for international project funding via SMARTEureka program, as well as done some pitching talks before investors panel. Currently in contact with InnoEnergy to join their umbrella as an advanced start-up.

Expected long term effects

The technology has been verified in collaboration with Scania, testing nanofluids with MQL on engine blocks provided by Scania. There are still problems in delivering nanofluids in MQL booster system, which we are trying to resolve. There are other platforms, including metal forming where nanofluids will be tested in new project constellations.

Approach and implementation

Letsnano established its premises at Greenhouse Labs, where powder production and nanofluids formulation have been performed. Agreement with groups within KTH have been established for testing of materials. With the recruitment of technical personnel Letsnano performed a small ternary project in KTH-Letsnano-Scania constellation to demonstrate the efficiency of developed Nanofluids at industrial environment. Our analysis demonstrated an improved surface finishing (lower surface roughness) lower surface temperature and longer tool lifetime when nanofluid-MQL is used.