Static and dynamic characteristics of finite exponential film shaped slider bearings lubricated with micropolar fluid

Abstract

In this paper, the general dynamic Reynolds equation of sliding-squeezing surfaces of exponential shaped slider bearings with micropolar fluid is solved numerically for the assessment of dynamic characteristics. The two Reynolds type equations governing the steady performance and the perturbed characteristics are obtained using the perturbation technique and are solved numerically using the finite difference method. The results are compared with that of the inclined plane slider bearing. It is found that the exponential shaped slider bearing lubricated with micropolar fluids results in higher steady state film pressure, load carrying capacity and better dynamic stiffness and damping characteristics. © 2009 W. S. Maney & Son Ltd.