Directory:Boron Additive
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Boron Additives
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Summary
Argonne National Laboratory (http://www.anl.gov/) in the early 1990s developed a process for applying boric acid (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Boric_acid) to metal to improve its ability to pass fluids. This theoretically reduces friction and repairs some of the damage of worn metals. When applied to vehicles, this should realize a gain of 2-20% in fuel efficiency, depending on what system the additive is applied to.
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Technology
- DIY / Home Brew Use of Boric Acid in engine oil (http://mpgresearch.info/viewforum.php?f=4) - fuel and gear oils discussed here. Low Buck and many getting excellent results.
- "Using Boric Acid as a Safe Lubricant for Cold-Forming Processes" (http://www.transportation.anl.gov/research/materials/boric_acid.html)
- "Effects of MotorSilk® Oil and Fuel Additive on Fuel Consumption and Emissions of Deisel Engine" (http://www.evergreenamerica.com/resources/TechnionNews.pdf) - Israel Institute of Technology
- Perfomance evaluations of "CLS-Bond" lubricants (http://www.evergreenamerica.com/Performance_Evaluation.htm)
- Explanation of how the lubricant does its surface bonding (http://www.evergreenamerica.com/Boron-CLS-Bond-overview.htm)
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"CLS Bond®" Products
- Distributor: Evergreen America (http://www.evergreenamerica.com/)
- Product lines: "Motor Silk" & "Lubri Silk"
- Cost (as of 2005): $18 for treating an automatic transmission; $35 for treating an oil crankcase; other products available.
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See also
- Fuel Efficiency directory index at PESWiki
