Technology of Modifying a Machine Element

For the first time, products of serpentine decomposition have been identified on the basis of fundamental structural research. These products form a protective ceramic metal layer on the metallic surface. During sliding contact surfaces is formed on a protective layer having anti unique characteristics. There is a restoration of the functional state of the friction surface of the unit due to the initiation of self-organizing processes. Results of industrial tests prove the high effectiveness of the use of natural minerals as machine elements modifiers. They allowed making the service life of mining and metallurgical equipment 2,5 ? 5 times longer because of the reduction or elimination of repair works and increase in functional properties of engineering products.