ABSTRACT
Nanotechnology has been implemented widely in the automotive industry. This technology is particularly useful in nanocoatings, improved fabrics and structural materials, nanofluids and lubricants, tires, as well as preliminary application in smart glass/windows and video display systems. Recent developments in the nanotechnology field have led to innovative patents for implementation in the automotive industry. Nanocoatings have a wide range of applications in vehicles from interior to exterior. One benefit of nanotechnology has been increased resilience to scratches and wear. Polycarbonate has been a focus for traditional glass replacement due to its high impact strength, toughness, and light weight but has had difficulty in gaining real traction due to its weak resistance to scratch, abrasion, and chemicals. Wear resistance is especially important within the engine. Thus, ceramic nanostructure coatings have been used to enhance metal parts resistance by reducing the scale of size.
