Seals examined were the eight-pad Rayleigh step, the tapered spiral groove, and two hydrostatic seals. The spiral groove configuration is the preferred choice because of superior stiffness. Second choice is Rayleigh step because of combined higher operating film thickness and good stiffness at low clearance. Recess hydrostatic has reasonable performance, but stiffness falls off at low clearance. Also, pneumatic hammer characteristics must be investigated. Experience at high pressure ratios is limited. An advantage is that it would have good low speed performance.
Compressor discharge film riding face seals
1994-07-01
Conference paper
No indication
English
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