Accelerated Thermo-Catalytic Degradation of Perfluoropolyether (PFPE) Lubricants for Space Applications

Perfluoropolyethers (PFPE) are a class of frequently used lubricants in space applications due to their high stability under demanding conditions. However, they are susceptible to aging, with the aging mechanism being dependent on the specific material combination and storage condition. A Lewis-acid...

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Main Authors: Milena Gleirscher, Archim Wolfberger, Sandra Schlögl, Małgorzata Hołyńska, Andreas Hausberger
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2023-02-01
Series:Lubricants
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2075-4442/11/2/81