Stability of rotor supported on powder lubricated journal bearings with surface pockets

2020 ◽  
pp. 095440622095736
Author(s):  
Faisal Rahmani ◽  
JK Dutt ◽  
RK Pandey
Keyword(s):  
Sudden Change ◽  
Hydrodynamic Pressure ◽  
Journal Bearings ◽  
Working Environment ◽  
Successful Operation ◽  
High Speeds ◽  
Shaft System ◽  
Different Shapes ◽  
The Stability ◽  
Conventional Oil

Conventional oil lubricated journal bearings experience a degradation in the lubrication properties of oil at high temperatures thereby making the use of oil lubricants impractical in a hot working environment. Under these conditions, powder lubricants can be used for the successful operation of the rotor-bearing system. Whirl instability is a serious problem for rotors supported on journal bearings which restrict the system to be operated at high speeds. Surface modifications in the form pocket in the bearing can be used to improve the performance. A sudden change in film thickness caused by the presence of pocket in the bearing will generate hydrodynamic pressure which will support the external load and may influence the stability of the rotor supported on such bearings. The objective of this paper is to explore the stability characteristics of powder lubricated journal bearings employing pockets of different shapes (rectangular, trapezoidal, elliptical, and parabolic). It is observed that though the pocket of all shapes increases the whirl stability of a rotor-shaft system, the rectangular shape is the most effective among all. Therefore, such bearings may be given a rectangular pocket to increase the stability of rotors.

Study on the performance of gas foil journal bearings with bump-type shim foil

2020 ◽  
pp. 135065012096900
Author(s):  
Hongyang Hu ◽  
Ming Feng ◽  
Tianming Ren
Keyword(s):  
Dynamic Stability ◽  
Load Capacity ◽  
Practical Interest ◽  
Journal Bearings ◽  
Working Environment ◽  
Foil Thickness ◽  
The Novel ◽  
Improvement Potential ◽  
Stiffness Model ◽  
The Stability

The upscaling of turbomachinery using gas foil journal bearings (GFJBs) is limited because of their limited load capacity and dynamic stability. The improvement potential of shim foil inserted under the bump foil of such bearings is investigated in terms of better bearing performance. The arch height difference Δ hb between the shim foil and bump foil can be zero or not to attain the different effect. By considering the local hardening structural stiffness and an Initial installation clearance due to the shim foil, the static and dynamic characteristics of the novel bearing were calculated through the finite difference method (FDM) and perturbation method, respectively. In the analysis, a modified bump stiffness model considering the variable foil thickness was established, and a 2 D thick plate model was adopted for the top foil. The characteristics of novel GFJB with and without preload were compared with the traditional bearing. The results indicate that the load capacity and direct stiffness of the novel GFJB with shim foil can be increased largely, especially when there is a preload (Δ hb≠0). And the improvement is reinforced as the increment of Δ hb. Moreover, the stability threshold speed ( STS) of rotor supported by the novel GFJBs is enhanced by the preload, which means better stability. In addition, an air compressor test has also been conducted to verify the improved supporting performance of novel bearings. Based on this study it is convinced that the addition of shim foil under a GFJB's bump foil can be of practical interest in the quest of enhanced load capacity and dynamic stability. Moreover, the installation of shim foil is not affected by the working environment and could even be retrofited on the existing GFJBs.

On Hydrodynamic Instability of Gas-Lubricated Journal Bearings

1965 ◽  
Vol 87 (3) ◽  
pp. 579-587 ◽  
Author(s):  
V. N. Constantinescu
Keyword(s):  
Hydrodynamic Instability ◽  
Static Stability ◽  
Angular Speed ◽  
Journal Bearings ◽  
Small Perturbations ◽  
Small Eccentricity ◽  
High Speeds ◽  
The Stability ◽  
Undamped Oscillations ◽  
Squeeze Effect

Paper starts with a study of static stability response of gas-lubricated bearing, followed by a general small perturbations theory of the dynamic stability of journal bearings. Then the pressure equation for bearings subjected to variable forces and velocities is analyzed, by pointing out the existence of a limiting solution which can occur both for high speeds or for high frequency of the bearing eccentricity. At the same time the squeeze effect can be strongly altered by the lubricant compressibility so that, for motions with high tangential speeds or with high frequencies, the pressures depend only on the thickness h and not on the derivative with respect to time h˙ as is the case of incompressible films. Finally, the analysis of the stability conditions reveals that bearings operating at low numbers H are unstable according to the small perturbations theory. The same situation occurs to the bearings operating with small eccentricity ratios, for any number H. The frequency of undamped oscillations is proportional to the shaft angular speed ω for low numbers H but tends to a bounded value ω0* for high number H. Quasi-resonant conditions may also occur when the number H is increasing, a fact which allows the deduction of a simple half-empirical stability condition.

Effects of Vertical Motions on Roll of Planing Hulls

2021 ◽  
Vol 143 (4) ◽  
Author(s):  
Sasan Tavakoli ◽  
Abbas Dashtimanesh ◽  
Simone Mancini ◽  
Javad A. Mehr ◽  
Stefano Milanesi
Keyword(s):  
Dynamic Response ◽  
Vertical Plane ◽  
Hydrodynamic Pressure ◽  
Added Mass ◽  
Quantitative Agreement ◽  
Roll Motion ◽  
Published Data ◽  
High Speeds ◽  
Planing Vessel ◽  
The Stability

Abstract Roll motion of a planing hull can be easily triggered at high speeds, causing a significant change in hydrodynamic pressure pattern, which can threaten the stability of the vessel. Modeling and investigating roll motion of a planing vessel may require a strong coupling between motions in vertical and transverse planes. In the present paper, we have used a mathematical model to analyze the roll of a planing hull by coupling surge, heave, pitch, and roll motions using 2D + T theory to study the effects of roll-induced vertical motions on roll coefficients and response. Mathematically computed forces and moments as well as roll dynamic response of the vessel are seen to be in fair quantitative agreement with experimentally measured values of previously published data. Using the 2D + T method, it has been shown that to model the roll of a planing hull at high speeds, we need to consider the effects of heave, pitch, and surge motions. Through our mathematical modeling, it is found that freedom in vertical motions increases time-dependent roll damping and added mass coefficients, especially at early planing speeds. The results of dynamic response simulations suggest that freedom in the vertical plane can decrease the roll response.

A Statistical Study of Process Variables to Optimize a High Speed Curtain Coater: Part I

TAPPI Journal ◽  
2009 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
pp. 20-26 ◽  
Author(s):  
PEEYUSH TRIPATHI ◽  
MARGARET JOYCE ◽  
PAUL D. FLEMING ◽  
MASAHIRO SUGIHARA
Keyword(s):  
Boundary Layer ◽  
Experimental Design ◽  
High Speed ◽  
Statistical Study ◽  
Process Variables ◽  
High Speeds ◽  
The Stability ◽  
Air Removal ◽  
Removal System

Using an experimental design approach, researchers altered process parameters and material prop-erties to stabilize the curtain of a pilot curtain coater at high speeds. Part I of this paper identifies the four significant variables that influence curtain stability. The boundary layer air removal system was critical to the stability of the curtain and base sheet roughness was found to be very important. A shear thinning coating rheology and higher curtain heights improved the curtain stability at high speeds. The sizing of the base sheet affected coverage and cur-tain stability because of its effect on base sheet wettability. The role of surfactant was inconclusive. Part II of this paper will report on further optimization of curtain stability with these four variables using a D-optimal partial-facto-rial design.

Choice and Exchange of Lubricating Oil for Injection Molding Machine

2019 ◽  
Vol 12 (4) ◽  
pp. 378-382
Author(s):  
Shan Syedhidayat ◽  
Quan Wang ◽  
Al-Hadad M.A.A. Mohsen ◽  
Jinrong Wang
Keyword(s):  
Injection Molding ◽  
Dimensional Accuracy ◽  
Low Noise ◽  
Working Environment ◽  
Lubricating Oil ◽  
Lubrication System ◽  
Molding Machine ◽  
Oil And Grease ◽  
Injection Molding Machine ◽  
The Stability

Background: One of the most common manufacturing equipment for polymer product is injection molding machine. In order to ensure the precise, stable and continuous operation of the injection molding machine, the maintenance of the lubrication system must be done well. The stability, reliability, rationality and low noise performance of the lubrication system of injection molding machine directly affect the quality of injection products, dimensional accuracy, molding cycle, working environment and maintenance. Objective: The purpose of this study is to introduce the methods of choice, maintenance of lubricating oil for injection molding machine from many literatures and patents in the recent years, such as lubricating oil device, lubricating composite and structure. Methods: An example of the 260M5 automatic injection molding machine is introduced for the inspection and maintenance of the lubrication system including lubricating oil and lubricating grease. Results: To ensure the lubrication of the injection molding machine, it needs to strictly observe the lubrication time and modulus of the injection molding machine. It needs to strictly control the temperature rise of the lubricating oil and select the correct lubricating oil and grease to ensure the lubrication quality. Conclusion: In the operation of the injection molding machine, it is necessary to check that the lubricating oil is sufficient and the lubricating points are working properly. It ensures sufficient lubrication of the injection molding machine and strictly observes the lubrication time and modulus of the injection molding machine. The stored lubricating oil should be sealed well to prevent air pollution.

PSEUDOSTATIC DESIGN FACTORS FOR STABILITY OF WATERFRONT-RETAINING WALL DURING EARTHQUAKE

2010 ◽  
Vol 04 (04) ◽  
pp. 387-400 ◽  
Author(s):  
DEEPANKAR CHOUDHURY ◽  
SYED MOHD AHMAD
Keyword(s):  
Retaining Wall ◽  
Pressure Ratio ◽  
Free Water ◽  
Hydrodynamic Pressure ◽  
Wall Friction ◽  
Sliding Stability ◽  
The Stability ◽  
Seismic Forces ◽  
Design Factors ◽  
Similar Kind

The paper presents a methodology for seismic design of rigid watferfront-retaining wall and proposes simple design factors for the sliding stability under seismic condition. Conventional pseudostatic approach has been used for the calculation of the seismic forces, while for the calculation of the hydrodynamic pressure, Westergaard's approach has been used. In addition, the hydrodynamic force has been considered from both the upstream and downstream sides of the waterfront-retaining wall under free water condition of the backfill. Simplified expression for the calculation of the equivalent weight of the wall which would be needed to maintain sliding stability is presented. It has been observed that the presence of water both on the upstream and downstream sides of the wall has serious destabilizing effect on the stability of the wall. It is noticed that as the height of the water inside the backfill increased from 0.00 to a height equal to the height of the wall itself, i.e., the backfill is fully submerged, the weight of the wall needed for the later case is around 3 times more than what would be needed for the former case. Similar observations were also made by varying other parameters like the horizontal and vertical seismic acceleration coefficients, height of the water on the upstream side of the wall, and soil and wall friction angles. The pore pressure ratio and the inclination of the ground, however, did not have significant effect on the results. Due to nonavailability of the results of similar kind in literature, an exact comparison for the present results could not be made. Only partial comparison of the present results is made with an already existing methodology for the dry backfill case only, in which no presence of water has been considered on the other side of the wall. This comparison shows a good agreement with the present results. The proposed pseudostatic design factors for the case of wet backfill with the presence of water on both sides of the wall are claimed to be unique.

Non-linear stability analysis of micropolar fluid lubricated journal bearings with turbulent effect

2019 ◽  
Vol 71 (1) ◽  
pp. 31-39
Author(s):  
Subrata Das ◽  
Sisir Kumar Guha
Keyword(s):  
Stability Analysis ◽  
Linear Stability ◽  
Micropolar Fluid ◽  
Journal Bearing ◽  
Journal Bearings ◽  
Turbulent Regime ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Non Linear ◽  
The Stability ◽  
Bearing System

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to investigate the effect of turbulence on the stability characteristics of finite hydrodynamic journal bearing lubricated with micropolar fluid. Design/methodology/approach The non-dimensional transient Reynolds equation has been solved to obtain the non-dimensional pressure field which in turn used to obtain the load carrying capacity of the bearing. The second-order equations of motion applicable for journal bearing system have been solved using fourth-order Runge–Kutta method to obtain the stability characteristics. Findings It has been observed that turbulence has adverse effect on stability and the whirl ratio at laminar flow condition has the lowest value. Practical implications The paper provides the stability characteristics of the finite journal bearing lubricated with micropolar fluid operating in turbulent regime which is very common in practical applications. Originality/value Non-linear stability analysis of micropolar fluid lubricated journal bearing operating in turbulent regime has not been reported in literatures so far. This paper is an effort to address the problem of non-linear stability of journal bearings under micropolar lubrication with turbulent effect. The results obtained provide useful information for designing the journal bearing system for high speed applications.

Stability of Water-Lubricated, Hydrostatic, Conical Bearings With Spiral Grooves for High-Speed Spindles

2001 ◽  
Vol 124 (2) ◽  
pp. 398-405 ◽  
Author(s):  
S. Yoshimoto ◽  
S. Oshima ◽  
S. Danbara ◽  
T. Shitara
Keyword(s):  
High Speed ◽  
Water Pressure ◽  
Rotating Shaft ◽  
Pressurized Water ◽  
High Speeds ◽  
Theoretical Predictions ◽  
The Stability ◽  
Stability Of Water ◽  
Spiral Grooves ◽  
Good Agreement

In this paper, the stability of water-lubricated, hydrostatic, conical bearings with spiral grooves for high-speed spindles is investigated theoretically and experimentally. In these bearing types, pressurized water is first fed to the inside of the rotating shaft and then introduced into spiral grooves through feeding holes located at one end of each spiral groove. Therefore, water pressure is increased due to the effect of the centrifugal force at the outlets of the feeding holes, which results from shaft rotation. In addition, water pressure is also increased by the viscous pumping effect of the spiral grooves. The stability of the proposed bearing is theoretically predicted using the perturbation method, and calculated results are compared with experimental results. It was consequently found that the proposed bearing is very stable at high speeds and theoretical predictions show good agreement with experimental data.

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