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Nanofluid Minimum Quantity Lubrication

A special issue of Lubricants (ISSN 2075-4442).

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 10 April 2026 | Viewed by 715

Special Issue Editors

Dr. Jose Vicente Abellan-Nebot

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Department of Industrial Systems Engineering and Design, Universitat Jaume I, Avinguda de Vicent Sos Baynat, s/n, 12071 Castelló de la Plana, Castelló, Spain
Interests: intelligent machining; multistage manufacturing processes; quality control; design for manufacturing and assembly sustainable machining; green manufacturing; advanced manufacturing techniques; additive manufacturing; high-speed machining
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Dr. Rosa Mondragón

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Department of Industrial Systems Engineering and Design, Universitat Jaume I, Avinguda de Vicent Sos Baynat, s/n, 12071 Castelló de la Plana, Castelló, Spain
Interests: nanofluids; rheology; heat transfer; energy storage
Dr. Aqib Mashood Khan

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College of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering, Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics, Nanjing 210016, China
Interests: sustainable manufacturing; machining; lifecycle assessment; cooling and lubrication
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Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

This Special Issue focuses on the latest developments in nanofluid-based minimum quantity lubrication (MQL) technologies, an emerging solution for enhancing machining performance while promoting environmental sustainability. Nanofluid MQL, which involves dispersing nanoparticles into lubricants used in minimal quantities, offers significant improvements in cutting forces, tool wear reduction, surface finish, and thermal management compared to conventional lubrication methods. Topics of interest include the design and characterization of nanofluids; mechanisms of lubrication and cooling at the nanoscale; the optimization of MQL parameters for various materials and processes; and lifecycle assessment for eco-efficiency. Contributions may also address challenges such as nanoparticle stability, dispersion techniques, health and safety concerns, and cost-effectiveness. Both experimental studies and simulation-based research are welcome. This Special Issue aims to bridge the gap between fundamental research and industrial application, promoting the broader adoption of sustainable lubrication practices in modern manufacturing.

Dr. Jose Vicente Abellan-Nebot
Dr. Rosa Mondragón
Dr. Aqib Mashood Khan
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Keywords

  • nanofluid
  • minimum quantity lubrication (MQL)
  • sustainable manufacturing
  • machining performance
  • nanoparticle dispersion
  • eco-friendly lubrication

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The Recent Advancements in Minimum Quantity Lubrication (MQL) and Its Application in Mechanical Machining—A State-of-the-Art Review
by Aqib Mashood Khan, MD Rahatuzzaman Rahat, Umayar Ahmed, Muhammad Jamil, Muhammad Asad Ali, Guolong Zhao and José V. Abellán-Nebot
Lubricants 2025, 13(9), 401; https://doi.org/10.3390/lubricants13090401 - 9 Sep 2025
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The move toward environmentally friendly methods in the global manufacturing sector has led to the use of minimum quantity lubrication (MQL) as an eco-friendly alternative to traditional flood cooling. However, the natural limits of MQL in high-performance settings have led to the use [...] Read more.
The move toward environmentally friendly methods in the global manufacturing sector has led to the use of minimum quantity lubrication (MQL) as an eco-friendly alternative to traditional flood cooling. However, the natural limits of MQL in high-performance settings have led to the use of nanotechnology, which has resulted in the creation of nanofluids, engineered colloidal suspensions that significantly improve the thermophysical and tribological properties of base fluids. This paper gives a complete overview of the latest developments in nanofluid technology for use in machining. It starts with the basics of MQL and the rules for making, describing, and keeping nanofluids stable. The review examines the application and effectiveness of single and hybrid nanofluids in various machining processes. It goes into detail about how they improve tool life, surface integrity, and overall efficiency. It also examines the benefits of integrating nanofluid-assisted MQL (NMQL) with more advanced and hybrid systems, including cryogenic cooling (cryo-NMQL), ultrasonic atomization, electrostatic–magnetic assistance, and multi-nozzle delivery systems. The paper also gives a critical look at the main problems that these technologies face, such as the long-term stability of nanoparticle suspensions, their environmental and economic viability as measured by life cycle assessment (LCA), and the important issues of safety, toxicology, and disposal. This review gives a full picture of the current state and future potential of nanofluid-assisted sustainable manufacturing by pointing out important research gaps, like the need for real-time LCA data, cost-effective scalability, and the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to improve processes, and by outlining future research directions. Full article
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