Figure 4
From: Ultrathin MoS2 Nanosheets with Superior Extreme Pressure Property as Boundary Lubricants
Schematics of the lubrication mechanism of
(a) ultrathin MoS2 nanosheets and (b) 3D nanoparticles. (a) The nanosheet can enter the contact area of the opposite micro peaks easily and prevent them from direct contact. The peaks may deform but little wear will take place. (b) As for the 3D nanoparticle, it will be pushed away due to its relatively big size and opposite peaks will directly contact, resulting in wear.
