ANALYSIS OF THE INFLUENCE OF SELECTED FACTORS ON THE CAPACITY OF THRUST SLIDING BEARINGS LUBRICATED WITH MAGNETIC FLUIDS

摘要

The paper presents the results of modelling and experimental validation of a developed mathematical model, describing the influence of selected factors on the axial force generated by magnetic fluids used as lubricants in thrust slide bearings. The model takes into account the physical properties of the magnetic fluid (density, saturation magnetization), bearing geometry (diameter, gap height, magnetic induction in the gap), and bearing load. The proposed model has been validated by comparing the results obtained from the model with the experiments. Good model compatibility with the test results was obtained.