In the paper, a solution of one dimensional fore region pressure build up is put forward. The performance of spring supported thrust bearing is carried out with 3 dimensional thermo elasto hydrodynamic (TEHD) lub...In the paper, a solution of one dimensional fore region pressure build up is put forward. The performance of spring supported thrust bearing is carried out with 3 dimensional thermo elasto hydrodynamic (TEHD) lubrication theory inclusive of inlet pressure build up, thermal elastic distortion of pad and thermal effect. The effects of fore region pressure build up and the variation of some operating conditions on the performance of the pad are studied.展开更多
In order to solve the deformation of the hydrostatic thrust bearing with multi-pad annular recess in the heavy computer numerical control(CNC)equipment,the simulation concerning pressure field of hydrostatic thrust be...In order to solve the deformation of the hydrostatic thrust bearing with multi-pad annular recess in the heavy computer numerical control(CNC)equipment,the simulation concerning pressure field of hydrostatic thrust bearing with multi-pad annular recesses was carried out.The finite volume method of computational fluid dynamics(CFD)was used to compute the three-dimensional pressure field of gap fluid between the rotary worktable and the base.The influence of the rotational speed on the bearing pressure performance was studied based on CFD and lubrication theory,and the method revealed the pressure distribution law.The results qualitatively agree well with the experimental data.The results indicate that the oil cavity pressure decreases gradually with rotational speed enhancing.The reliability of a hydrostatic thrust bearing with multi-pad annular recess can be predicted through this method,and the optimal design of such products can be achieved,and the numerical simulation method can provide reasonable data for design,lubrication,experiment,and deformation computation of hydrostatic thrust bearing in the heavy CNC equipment.展开更多
In hydrodynamic bearings traditional bearing alloys:Babbitts and bronzes are most frequently utilized.Polymer sliding layers are sometimes applied as a valuable alternative.Hard diamond-like carbon(DLC)coatings,which ...In hydrodynamic bearings traditional bearing alloys:Babbitts and bronzes are most frequently utilized.Polymer sliding layers are sometimes applied as a valuable alternative.Hard diamond-like carbon(DLC)coatings,which are also considered for certain applications may show some advantages,as well.Although material selection is of secondary importance in a full film lubrication regime it becomes important in mixed friction conditions,which is crucial for bearings with frequent starts and stops.Experimental research aimed at studying the performance of fluid film bearings in the specific operating regime,including the transition to mixed friction,is described in the paper.The tests were carried out on four tilting pad bearings of different material compositions:Steel/bronze,DLC/steel,steel/polyether ether ketone(PEEK),and steel/Babbitt.The tests comprised stopping under load and reproduction of the Stribeck curve by decreasing rotational speed to very low values,and observing the changes of friction force during the transition to mixed friction regime.Analysis of the transition conditions and other results showed clear differences between the tested bearings,illustrating the feasibility of less popular material compositions for bearings operating in specific conditions.More specifically,the DLC/steel bearing was demonstrating superior performance,i.e.lower friction,transition to mixed friction occurring at higher load,and more stable performance at start-stop regime over the other tested bearings.展开更多
文摘In the paper, a solution of one dimensional fore region pressure build up is put forward. The performance of spring supported thrust bearing is carried out with 3 dimensional thermo elasto hydrodynamic (TEHD) lubrication theory inclusive of inlet pressure build up, thermal elastic distortion of pad and thermal effect. The effects of fore region pressure build up and the variation of some operating conditions on the performance of the pad are studied.
基金National Natural Science Foundations of China(No.51075106,No.51005063,No.50975066)Technology Items of Heilongjiang Provincial Education Department,China(No.12511087,No.12521096,No.12511086,No.12511088,No.11551080,No.12521119)+1 种基金Projects of the Special Fund on the Science and Technology Innovation People of Harbin,China(No.2012RFQXG077)the 2012 National College of Innovative Pilot Project,China(No.201210214027)
文摘In order to solve the deformation of the hydrostatic thrust bearing with multi-pad annular recess in the heavy computer numerical control(CNC)equipment,the simulation concerning pressure field of hydrostatic thrust bearing with multi-pad annular recesses was carried out.The finite volume method of computational fluid dynamics(CFD)was used to compute the three-dimensional pressure field of gap fluid between the rotary worktable and the base.The influence of the rotational speed on the bearing pressure performance was studied based on CFD and lubrication theory,and the method revealed the pressure distribution law.The results qualitatively agree well with the experimental data.The results indicate that the oil cavity pressure decreases gradually with rotational speed enhancing.The reliability of a hydrostatic thrust bearing with multi-pad annular recess can be predicted through this method,and the optimal design of such products can be achieved,and the numerical simulation method can provide reasonable data for design,lubrication,experiment,and deformation computation of hydrostatic thrust bearing in the heavy CNC equipment.
文摘In hydrodynamic bearings traditional bearing alloys:Babbitts and bronzes are most frequently utilized.Polymer sliding layers are sometimes applied as a valuable alternative.Hard diamond-like carbon(DLC)coatings,which are also considered for certain applications may show some advantages,as well.Although material selection is of secondary importance in a full film lubrication regime it becomes important in mixed friction conditions,which is crucial for bearings with frequent starts and stops.Experimental research aimed at studying the performance of fluid film bearings in the specific operating regime,including the transition to mixed friction,is described in the paper.The tests were carried out on four tilting pad bearings of different material compositions:Steel/bronze,DLC/steel,steel/polyether ether ketone(PEEK),and steel/Babbitt.The tests comprised stopping under load and reproduction of the Stribeck curve by decreasing rotational speed to very low values,and observing the changes of friction force during the transition to mixed friction regime.Analysis of the transition conditions and other results showed clear differences between the tested bearings,illustrating the feasibility of less popular material compositions for bearings operating in specific conditions.More specifically,the DLC/steel bearing was demonstrating superior performance,i.e.lower friction,transition to mixed friction occurring at higher load,and more stable performance at start-stop regime over the other tested bearings.
