Mathematical formulation of a modified film thickness equation for multipad externally adjustable fluid film bearing

High-speed turbomachinery applications demand a highly stable spindle support system with a need for hydrodynamic bearings with better performance and stability characteristics. The multipad adjustable bearing geometry proposed in this study offers a unique attribute of altering the film thickness i...

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Main Authors: Girish Hariharan, Raghuvir Pai
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Taylor & Francis Group 2018-01-01
Series:Cogent Engineering
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Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/23311916.2018.1493672