abstract |
FIELD: chemistry. n SUBSTANCE: present invention provides lubricating compositions comprising at least one estolide compound and at least one ene compound and/or Diels Alder compound. n EFFECT: in certain embodiments, the addition of at least one ene and/or Diels Alder compound to an estolide-containing composition may improve the cold temperature, viscometric, and/or anti-wear properties of the composition. n 18 cl, 4 tbl, 12 ex |