Abstract
This paper deals with the effect of turbulence on stability characteristics of an externally adjustable fluid film bearing having a design configuration as illustrated by Shenoy and Pai. The time dependent form of Reynolds equation is solved numerically using the finite-difference method. Linearized turbulence model of Ng and Pan is incorporated in the solution scheme. Dynamic coefficients are determined using the method of linearization of bearing reactions. A study with various adjustments predicts that a bearing with negative radial and negative tilt adjustment configuration and operating in turbulent regime results in superior stability as compared to a conventional fluid film bearing.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 1751-1759 |
| Number of pages | 9 |
| Journal | Tribology International |
| Volume | 43 |
| Issue number | 9 |
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| Publication status | Published - 09-2010 |
All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes
- Mechanics of Materials
- Mechanical Engineering
- Surfaces and Interfaces
- Surfaces, Coatings and Films