DEVELOPMENT OF GREASES WITH EXTENDED GREASE AND BEARING LIFE

摘要

Lubricating grease represents a critical design component in the lubrication of rolling element bearings for both industrial and automotive applications. The grease functions by providing a film of lubricant to separate moving surfaces in a bearing that consists of rolling elements and a bearing raceway. Several types of bearings defined by the geometry of the rolling elements include radial, cylindrical, spherical, tapered, and needle bearings. Extending the life of the rolling element bearing application requires formulating the grease to extend its useful life and demonstrating that the application life is increased.