Lubricants play a crucial role in reducing friction and wear between interacting surfaces in machinery and engines, thereby enhancing efficiency and prolonging the life of mechanical components. The mechanism of lubrication primarily involves forming a thin film of lubricant between two surfaces, which separates them and minimizes direct metal-to-metal contact. This film can be of different types depending on the lubrication regime, which includes boundary, mixed, and hydrodynamic lubrication. In boundary lubrication, the surfaces are in closer contact, and the lubricant primarily acts through its chemical properties, forming a protective film on the surfaces. In mixed lubrication, both the hydrodynamic film and surface interactions contribute to friction reduction. Hydrodynamic lubrication occurs when a continuous, thick film of lubricant completely separates the surfaces, allowing smooth sliding with minimal friction. The effectiveness of a lubricant depends on its viscosity, thermal stability, chemical inertness, and ability to maintain a consistent film under varying pressures and temperatures. Lubricants can be classified into several categories based on their origin, composition, and physical state. Broadly, they are divided into liquid lubricants, solid lubricants, and semi-solid lubricants. Liquid lubricants include mineral oils, synthetic oils, and vegetable oils. Mineral oils are derived from refining crude oil and are widely used due to their availability and cost-effectiveness. Synthetic oils are chemically engineered to provide superior performance under extreme conditions such as high temperature or heavy load and exhibit better oxidative stability and viscosity control. Vegetable oils are biodegradable and environmentally friendly but have limitations in thermal and oxidative stability. Semi-solid lubricants, commonly known as greases, consist of a base oil thickened with substances such as soap, clay, or polymers. Greases