Abstract: This paper presents a multileaf foil bearing (MLFB), which consists of four resilient top foils and four stiff bump foils underneath; thus, a high supporting capacity and a high damping capacity can be achieved. A specially ...

Abstract: This paper focuses on the structural stiffness of bump foils which are used for compliant foil bearings with different heat treatments. After heat treatments in vacuum environments, the mechanical properties of the foil ...