Analysis on the lubrication performance of spiral-grooved journal bearing using CFD technique

Abstract

As the main element, the lubrication characteristics of spiral-grooved journal bearing would decide the stability of mechanical systems. And, a effectivee model will represent the hydrodynamic characteristics of spiral-grooved journal bearing effectively. Based on the CFD technique, this work presents the simulation methodology for analyze the effects of spiral-grooved parameters on the lubrication performance of journal bearing. Compared with the published data, the proposed method is demonstrated effectiveness. Moreover, the influences of eccentricity ratio, groove number, spiral angle, groove width and groove depth are discussed by the orthogonal design method, which provide a reference for the optimized design of spiral-grooved journal bearing.