Abstract: A flexible rotor bearing system is represented in detail utilizing the state of the art finite element technique. The mathematical model takes into account the gyroscopic moments, rotary inertia, ...

Abstract: The linearized model of a rigid symmetric rotor with finite bearings is solved using modal analysis. Important parameters of the finite bearing system are evaluated and these include the ...

Abstract: Stability analysis is performed on the linearized as well as the actual nonlinear finite bearing equations using the improved mathematical models for the hydrodynamic forces that are presented ...

Abstract: Two mathematical models for the nonlinear hydrodynamic film forces in a finite bearing are developed including a practical adaptation of the cavitation phenomenon. Using the linearity of the ...