Whitepapers & Technical Papers
Nye is more than just a lubricant manufacturer. Our team of engineers and chemists work closely with our customers applications to conduct industry-leading research in the areas of aerospace, connector, and semiconductor lubrication, just to name a few. These whitepapers and technical papers are designed to help our customers understand various lubrication characteristics so that they can select the right grease or oil for their application.
Related Technical Articles & White Papers
AEROSPACE: Preventing the “Brown Sugar” Lubricant Phenomenon
The Relationship Between PFPE Chemical Compositions and their Susceptibility to Lewis Acid-Catalyzed Degradation
Dr. Amanda W. Stubbs & Dr. Jason T. Galary
The Role of Bearing & Scan Mechanism Life Testing in Flight Qualification of the MODIS Instrument
A technical paper republished from the NASA Center for AeroSpace Information
Steven G. VanDyk, Brian J. Dietz, Kenneth W. Street, William R. Jones, Jr., Mark J. Jansen, Michael J. Dube, Rajeev K. Sharma, & Roamer E. Predmore
Read MoreAEROSPACE: Multiply-Alkyated Cyclopentanes (MACs): A New Class of Synthesized Hydrocarbon Fluids
Reprinted with permission from of Tribology & Lubrication Technology, the official monthly magazine of the Society of Tribologists and Lubrication Engineers.
Clifford G. Venier, Edward W. Casserly
Read MoreCONNECTORS: Reduce Insertion Force in Separable Connectors
This paper explains how connector grease reduces insertion force to ensure solid connections. High insertion force can result in poor connections and increased injuries on the assembly line.
Jeff Wheeler
Read MoreCONNECTORS: Using Connector Lubricants to Improve Reliability and Longevity
A whitepaper reviewing the benefits of connector lubrication. These lubricants should be specified in to protect corrosion, fretting wear, and other common causes of electrical failure.
CONNECTORS: The 4 Biggest Connector Problems and How to Solve Them
This e-book explores the various root causes and failure mechanisms of electrical connectors and how they can be avoided.
Jeff Wheeler
Read MoreCONNECTORS: Improving the Safety & Reliability of Electrical Connectors for Household Appliances
A paper explaining how grease can protect appliance connectors against common causes of failure including fretting and water intrusion.
Nicole D'Ambrosio
Read MoreCONNECTORS: Protect Electrical Connections, Reduce Warranty Claims
This paper explains how lubricants restore connectivity to connectors in the field and prevents future failures from occurring. Electrical failures are a leading cause of recall claims.
Dr. Jason Galary
Read MoreDISPENSING: Dispensing Industrial Lubricants
An overview that covers many of the important features to consider when selecting the proper dispensing method for your lubricant and application.
Robert Hoffman
Read MoreGEARS: Study of Wear Properties of Environmentally Friendly Lubricants
The purpose of this study is to examine the tribofilm formation and the associated degrees of wear for environmentally friendly synthetic lubricants and their conventional counterparts.
Dr. Jason Galary
Read MoreGEARS: Synthetic Gear Lubricants Go Green
Originally published in Gear Solution magazine, this article details the benefits of lubricating gears including reduced wear and extended life.
Dr. Jason Galary
Read MoreMOTION CONTROL: An Economic Approach to Precision Motion and Noise Control
A guide to the use and selection of motion control greases that control motion, reduce noise, prevent wear, an impart a quality feel to components in a variety of industries.
Brian Gira
OPTICAL: Index Matching Gel & Mechanical Fiber Splice Technology for Last Mile FTTH
This paper directly addresses IMG performance concerns and offers a historical profile from both a manufacturing standpoint and an examination of industry applications.
Joe C. Brooks III
Read MoreSEMICONDUCTOR: Ultraclean Lubricants for Critical Applications
An introduction to ultrafiltration, a rigidly controlled “cleaning” or filtering process that removes microscopic particulates from synthetic oil and grease intended for sensitive mechanisms.
William Galary
Read MoreSEMICONDUCTOR: Lubricants for Semiconductor Manufacturing Equipment
A primer on synthetic chemistries that explains why some lubricants are preferred for vacuum and cleanroom environments.
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