Abstract: Pad deformations of sector-shaped, tilting-pad thrust bearings affecting turbulent lubrication are discussed theoretically. Solving the lubrication and energy equations with turbulence and centrifugal ...

Abstract: A new theoretical approach to turbulent lubrication problems including the surface roughness effects is described. On the basis of a logarithmic velocity distribution law in the turbulent boundary ...

Abstract: In this paper, the combined effects of turbulence and fluid film inertia on the dynamic behavior of an unbalanced rigid shaft supported horizontally on two identical aligned short journal ...

Abstract: The effects of fluid inertia on the dynamic behavior of oil film journal bearings are theoretically investigated. The dynamic oil film forces considering the combined effects of turbulence and ...

Abstract: A silicon nitride (Si3 N4 ) radial inflow turbine wheel was fabricated by injection molding at Toyota Central R&D Labs. The wheel was 142 mm in outer diameter and had 14 blades. The ...