scholarly journals Discussion: “Experimental Observation of Cavitating Squeeze-Film Dampers” (Walton II, J. F., Walowit, J. A., Zorzi, E. S., and Schrand, J., 1987, ASME J. Tribol., 109, pp. 290–294)

1987 ◽  
Vol 109 (2) ◽  
pp. 294-295 ◽  
Author(s):  
R. J. Trippett
Keyword(s):  
Experimental Observation ◽  
Squeeze Film ◽  
Squeeze Film Dampers

Nonlinear Analysis of Rotor-Bearing Systems Using Component Mode Synthesis

1983 ◽  
Vol 105 (3) ◽  
pp. 606-614 ◽  
Author(s):  
H. D. Nelson ◽  
W. L. Meacham ◽  
D. P. Fleming ◽  
A. F. Kascak
Keyword(s):  
Forced Response ◽  
Component Mode Synthesis ◽  
Squeeze Film ◽  
System Response ◽  
Reduced Order ◽  
Squeeze Film Dampers ◽  
Rotor Bearing ◽  
System Equations ◽  
Transient System ◽  
Blade Loss

The method of component mode synthesis is developed to determine the forced response of nonlinear, multishaft, rotor-bearing systems. The formulation allows for simulation of system response due to blade loss, distributed unbalance, base shock, maneuver loads, and specified fixed frame forces. The motion of each rotating component of the system is described by superposing constraint modes associated with boundary coordinates and constrained precessional modes associated with internal coordinates. The precessional modes are truncated for each component and the reduced component equations are assembled with the nonlinear supports and interconnections to form a set of nonlinear system equations of reduced order. These equations are then numerically integrated to obtain the system response. A computer program, which is presently restricted to single shaft systems has been written and results are presented for transient system response associated with blade loss dynamics, with squeeze film dampers, and with interference rubs.

Influence of different flow regimes on the performance characteristics of a four-pad hydrostatic squeeze film damper loaded between pads

2019 ◽  
Vol 71 (3) ◽  
pp. 440-446
Author(s):  
Amina Nemchi ◽  
Ahmed Bouzidane ◽  
Aboubakeur Benariba ◽  
Hicham Aboshighiba
Keyword(s):  
Turbulent Flow ◽  
Load Capacity ◽  
Flow Regimes ◽  
Performance Characteristics ◽  
Squeeze Film ◽  
Eccentricity Ratio ◽  
Flow Conditions ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Turbulent Flow Regime ◽  
Squeeze Film Dampers

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to study the influence of different flow regimes on the dynamic characteristics of four-pad hydrostatic squeeze film dampers (SFDs) loaded between pads. Design/methodology/approach A numerical model based on Constantinescu’s turbulent lubrication theory using the finite difference method has been developed and presented to study the effect of eccentricity ratio on the performance characteristics of four-pad hydrostatic SFDs under different flow regimes. Findings It was found that the influence of turbulent flow on the dimensionless damping of four-pad hydrostatic SFDs appears to be essentially controlled by the eccentricity ratio. It was also found that the laminar flow presents higher values of load capacity compared to bearings operating under turbulent flow conditions. Originality/value In fact, the results obtained show that the journal bearing performances are significantly influenced by the turbulent flow regime. The study is expected to be useful to bearing designers.

Experimental Evaluation of a Metal Mesh Bearing Damper

2000 ◽  
Vol 122 (2) ◽  
pp. 326-329 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mark Zarzour ◽  
John Vance
Keyword(s):  
Elevated Temperatures ◽  
Test Facility ◽  
Squeeze Film ◽  
Gas Generator ◽  
Metal Mesh ◽  
Previous Investigator ◽  
Spreadsheet Program ◽  
Squirrel Cage ◽  
Power Turbine ◽  
Squeeze Film Dampers

Metal mesh is a commercially available material used in many applications including seals, heat shields, filters, gaskets, aircraft engine mounts, and vibration absorbers. This material has been tested by the authors as a bearing damper in a rotordynamic test rig. The test facility was originally used to support the design of a turboprop engine, developing squirrel cages and squeeze film dampers for both the gas generator and power turbine rotors. To design the metal mesh damper, static stiffness and dynamic rap test measurements were first made on metal mesh samples in a specially designed nonrotating test fixture. These property tests were performed on samples of various densities and press fits. One sample was also tested in an Instron machine as an ancillary and redundant way to determine the stiffness. Using the stiffness test results and equations derived by a previous investigator, a spreadsheet program was written and used to size metal mesh donuts that have the radial stiffness value required to replace the squirrel cage in the power turbine. The squirrel cage and squeeze film bearing damper developed for the power turbine rotor was then replaced by a metal mesh donut sized by the computer code. Coast down tests were conducted through the first critical speed of the power turbine. The results of the metal mesh tests are compared with those obtained from previous testing with the squeeze film damper and show that the metal mesh damper has the same damping as the squeeze film at room temperature but does not lose its damping at elevated temperatures up to 103°C. Experiments were run under several different conditions, including balanced rotor, unbalanced rotor, heated metal mesh, and wet (with oil) metal mesh. The creep, or sag, of the metal mesh supporting the rotor weight was also measured over a period of several weeks and found to be very small. Based on these tests, metal mesh dampers appear to be a viable and attractive substitute for squeeze film dampers in gas turbine engines. The advantages shown by these tests include less variation of damping with temperature, ability to handle large rotor unbalance, and the ability (if required) to operate effectively in an oil free environment. Additional testing is required to determine the endurance properties, the effect of high impact or maneuver loads, and the ability to sustain blade loss loads (which squeeze films cannot handle). [S0742-4795(00)01002-4]

scholarly journals Dynamic Behavior of Geared Rotors

1997 ◽  
Author(s):  
T. N. Shiau ◽  
J. S. Rao ◽  
J. R. Chang ◽  
Siu-Tong Choi
Keyword(s):  
Dynamic Behavior ◽  
Chaotic Behavior ◽  
Squeeze Film ◽  
Rotor Systems ◽  
Lateral Vibrations ◽  
Squeeze Film Dampers ◽  
Torsional Excitation ◽  
Route To Chaos

This paper is concerned with the dynamic behavior of geared rotor systems supported by squeeze film dampers, wherein coupled bending torsion vibrations occur. Considering the imbalance forces and gravity, it is shown that geared rotors exhibit chaotic behavior due to non linearity of damper forces. The route to chaos in such systems is established. In geared rotor systems, it is shown that torsional excitation can induce lateral vibrations. It is shown that squeeze film dampers can suppress large amplitudes of whirl arising out of torsional excitation.

scholarly journals Analytical and Experimental Investigation of the Stability of the Rotor-Bearing System of a New Small Turbocharger

1987 ◽  
Author(s):  
H. R. Born
Keyword(s):  
Experimental Investigation ◽  
Dynamic Stability ◽  
Squeeze Film ◽  
Test Results ◽  
Flow Capacity ◽  
Squeeze Film Dampers ◽  
Rotor Bearing ◽  
The Stability ◽  
Turbine Design ◽  
Bearing System

This paper presents an overview of the development of a reliable bearing system for a new line of small turbochargers where the bearing system has to be compatible with a new compressor and turbine design. The first part demonstrates how the increased weight of the turbine, due to a 40 % increase in flow capacity, influences the dynamic stability of the rotor-bearing system. The second part shows how stability can be improved by optimizing important floating ring parameters and by applying different bearing designs, such as profiled bore bearings supported on squeeze film dampers. Test results and stability analyses are included as well as the criteria which led to the decision to choose a squeeze film backed symmetrical 3-lobe bearing for this new turbocharger design.

scholarly journals A computational fluid dynamics investigation of the segmented integral squeeze film damper

2019 ◽  
Vol 254 ◽  
pp. 08005 ◽  
Author(s):  
Petr Ferfecki ◽  
Jaroslav Zapoměl ◽  
Marek Gebauer ◽  
Václav Polreich ◽  
Jiří Křenek
Keyword(s):  
Fluid Dynamics ◽  
Computational Fluid Dynamics ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Squeeze Film ◽  
Squeeze Film Damper ◽  
Ansys Cfx ◽  
Squeeze Film Dampers ◽  
Tilting Pad ◽  
Vibration Attenuation ◽  
Tilting Pad Journal Bearing

Rotor vibration attenuation is achieved with damping devices which work on different, often mutually coupled, physical principles. Squeeze film dampers are damping devices that have been widely used in rotordynamic applications. A new concept of a 5-segmented integral squeeze film damper, in which a flexure pivot tilting pad journal bearing is integrated, was investigated. The damper is studied for the eccentric position between the outer and inner ring of the squeeze film land. The ANSYS CFX software was used for solving the pressure and velocity distribution. The development of the complex three-dimensional computational fluid dynamics model of the squeeze film damper, learning more about the effect of the forces in the damper, and the knowledge about the behaviour of the flow are the principal contributions of this article.

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