| Abstrakt: |
A refined numerical solution for the hydrodynamic performance of finite porous journal bearings is presented. The solution takes into account the curvature of the bearing wall, interfacial slip of the fluid across the pore mouths, and employs the Reynolds boundary conditions at the oil film extremities. Based upon the results obtained, bearing design charts are shown for a wide range of L/D, ε and ψ values enabling design and performance characteristics to be evaluated for these bearings over and beyond the range normally required by the industrial engineer. |
