An Experimental Investigation of a Stepped-Sector Thrust Bearing Using Air as a Lubricant.
Abstract
The existing solutions for gas lubricated self-acting, stepped-sector thrust bearings are reviewed and their limitations discussed. An experimental investigation of the effect of thermal warpage at high bearing numbers in a bearing optimized by Ausman's procedure is described. Three experimental attempts failed due to the failure of the rotating assembly to lift off of the bearing face during start up, causing wiping of the thrust runner and bearing. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jun 01, 1968
- Accession Number
- AD0854320
Entities
People
- Paul Findlay Rutherford
Organizations
- Naval Postgraduate School