On the Thrust Bearing Characteristics in Turbulent Flow

1981 ◽  
Vol 103 (3) ◽  
pp. 453-458 ◽  
Author(s):  
K. Venkateswarlu ◽  
Cz. M. Rodkiewicz

A theoretical analysis was made of the effects of the inclusion of inertia, viscous, and turbulence terms in hydrodynamic lubrication theory is applied to a thrust bearing. The solution to the governing equations is obtained by an iterative numerical method. An improved eddy viscosity model is employed to evaluate the turbulence term. Results are compared with existing measurements made in bearing models and also with other theoretical solutions. The contribution of inertia and viscous terms is discussed in light of the obtained results.

1976 ◽  
Vol 98 (2) ◽  
pp. 335-342 ◽  
Author(s):  
R. W. Snidle ◽  
B. Parsons ◽  
D. Dowson

The paper presents a theoretical analysis of hydrodynamic lubrication in the hydrostatic extrusion process which includes a consideration of thermal effects in the lubricant film arising from the work of plastic deformation. A Newtonian lubricant with an exponential pressure-temperature-viscosity relationship has been assumed and allowance has been made for the effects of redundant deformation of the worked material. The results of the theory are compared with those from previous isothermal and solid friction theories.


2014 ◽  
Vol 2014 ◽  
pp. 1-19 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ganbo Zhang ◽  
Yao Zhao ◽  
Tianyun Li ◽  
Xiang Zhu

The submarine experiences longitudinal vibration in the propulsion shafting system throughout most of run. A transfer matrix model of the propulsion shafting system, in which the dynamic characteristics of oil film within thrust bearing are considered, is established to describe the dynamic behavior. Using hydrodynamic lubrication theory and small perturbation method, the axial stiffness and damping of oil film are deduced in great detail, followed by numerical estimation of the foundation stiffness with finite element method. Based upon these values of dynamic parameters, the Campbell diagram describing natural frequencies in terms of shafting rotating speeds is available, and the effect on the 1st natural frequency of considerable variations in thrust bearing stiffness is next investigated. The results indicate that the amplitude of variation of the 1st natural frequency in range of low rotating speeds is great. To reduce off-resonance response without drastic changes in propulsion shafting system architecture, the measure of moving thrust bearing backward is examined. The longitudinal vibration transmission through propulsion shafting system results in subsequent axial excitation of hull; the thrust load acting on hull is particularly concerned. It is observed that the measures of structural modification are of little benefit to minimize thrust load transmitted to hull.


Author(s):  
Hong Yang ◽  
Anatoli Tumin

A theoretical model of harmonic perturbations in a compressible turbulent mixing layer is proposed. The model is based on the triple decomposition method. It is assumed that the instantaneous velocities, temperature, and pressure consist of three distinctive components: mean (time-averaged), coherent (phase-averaged), and random (turbulent) motion. The interaction between incoherent turbulent fluctuations and large-scale coherent disturbances is incorporated by the Newtonian eddy viscosity model. The governing equations for the coherent disturbances have the same form as in laminar flow with substitution of the Reynolds number and the Prandtl number by their turbulent counterparts. A slight divergence of the flow is also taken into account. Theoretical results and comparison with experimental data reveal the significance of interaction between the coherent and random constituents of the flow.


2012 ◽  
Vol 538-541 ◽  
pp. 1971-1974
Author(s):  
Xin Rong Wang ◽  
Xiao Hai Li ◽  
Ya Chao Cui ◽  
Li Hua Yang

Water-lubricated thrust bearing is a key component of certain main pump motor. In this paper, the right structure of water-lubricated thrust graphite bearings is designed based on low viscosity hydrodynamic lubrication theory by combining the bearings running working condition, and the frictional accessory material is also determined by theoretical analysis and test. The factors influencing lubrication performances of water-lubricated thrust bearings are analyzed; the methods improving lubrication performances are put forward to guarantee that water-lubricated thrust graphite bearings have the good lubrication performances, good carrying capacity and longer work life.


1987 ◽  
Vol 174 ◽  
pp. 69-80 ◽  
Author(s):  
S. J. Jacobs

The turbulent flow over a progressive water wave is studied using an eddy viscosity model. The governing equations are treated asymptotically for the case ε [Lt ] 1, where ε is the square root of a characteristic drag coefficient. A calculation of the phase shift between the wave-induced pressure perturbation and the surface elevation shows that the phase shift is induced by a term in the gradient of the Reynolds stress. Growth rates are determined, and are shown to agree well with observations for the most rapidly amplifying waves. However, the present model and previous turbulence calculations are found to provide significantly lower growth rates than those measured by Snyder et al. (1981) for waves with phase velocities comparable to the wind speed.


2016 ◽  
Vol 790 ◽  
pp. 104-127 ◽  
Author(s):  
S. Russo ◽  
P. Luchini

We identify a benchmark problem simple enough that it can be solved both by an eddy-viscosity model and by direct numerical simulation: this is the linear response of a turbulent flow’s mean-velocity profile to an external volume force. An example of such a force was found in a study of the perturbation induced by bottom topography by Luchini & Charru (J. Fluid Mech., vol. 656, 2010, pp. 337–341). On the other hand, a modification of the method by Quadrio & Luchini (Proceedings of the IX European Turbulence Conference, Southampton, UK, 2002, pp. 715–718) and Luchini et al. (Phys. Fluids, vol. 18, 2006, 121702) to compute the linear impulse response of a wall-bounded turbulent flow allows the response to a volume force to be computed directly. The comparison exhibits significant differences and suggests that there might be fundamental obstacles to designing an eddy-viscosity model that provides the correct result.


1982 ◽  
Vol 49 (4) ◽  
pp. 697-703 ◽  
Author(s):  
L. C. Thomas ◽  
H. M. Kadry

An analysis is presented for fully developed transitional turbulent flow between parallel plates that features the use of a turbulent burst model for the important wall region. Model closure is accomplished by the specification of the mean burst frequency and, for moderate to high Reynolds numbers, by matching with a classical eddy viscosity model for the turbulent core. Predictions obtained for friction factor and mean velocity distribution are compared with experimental data for fully developed transitional turbulent flow in a channel with large aspect ratio. Predictions are also developed for the eddy viscosity within the wall region for transitional turbulent conditions.


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