Abstract: The fluid film lubrication equations for externally pressurized bearings are solved for steady-state performance and spring and damping coefficients using finite differences and a variable grid ...

Abstract: An extensive data base was used to arrive at an empirical “best estimate” model for predicting fuel rod bow as a function of burnup. The best estimate rod bow predictions were bounded ...

Abstract: The volume of lubrication literature continued to expand, reflecting the increased experimental and theoretical attention being focused upon this discipline. Special attention is devoted to seals ...