Abstract: A three-dimensional elastic-plastic contact code based on semi-analytical method is presented and validated. The contact is solved within a Hertz framework. The reciprocal theorem with initial ...

Abstract: A new methodology is proposed to evaluate the rolling contact fatigue (RCF) performance of bearing steels in presence of surface dents. The experimental procedure consists of denting the raceway ...

Abstract: Available models are not suitable for calculating the load rating of bearings when an infinite life is required. This paper presents a new model that has been developed from a detailed analysis ...