Peak oil film pressure is cited as the parameter controlling the fatigue life of a sleeve bearing. Variables affecting peak film pressure, and the freedom to control them, are discussed. Bearing clearance is the variable most readily controllable, and has the greatest impact on film pressure.Through a simple design change to the conventional sleeve bearing, substantial improvements in fatigue life can be realized for any bearing alloy. Tests in both engines and bearing fatigue rigs have confirmed the validity of the theory on which the design is based. Advantages and implications of the new bearing design with respect to heavy-duty diesel engines are discussed.


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    Title :

    Improving Sleeve Bearing Fatigue Life - A New Design Concept


    Additional title:

    Sae Technical Papers


    Contributors:

    Conference:

    1978 SAE International Off-Highway and Powerplant Congress and Exposition ; 1978



    Publication date :

    1978-02-01




    Type of media :

    Conference paper


    Type of material :

    Print


    Language :

    English




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