Numerical Calculation of Lubrication (PDF)

Focusing on basic lubrication problems this book offers specific
engineering applications. The book introduces methods and programs
for the most important lubrication problems and their solutions. It
is divided into four parts. The first part is about the general
solving methods of the Reynolds equation, including solutions of
Reynolds equations with different conditions and their discrete
forms, such as a steady-state incompressible slider, journal
bearing, dynamic bearing, gas bearing and grease lubrication. The
second part gives the 'energy equation solution'. The
third part introduces methods and programs for elasto-hydrodynamic
lurbication, which links the Reynolds equation with the elastic
deformation equation. The final part presents application
lubrication programs used in engineering.

* Provides numerical solution methodologies including appropriate
software for the hydrodynamic and elasto-hydrodynamic lubrication
of bearings

* Offers a clear introduction and orientation to all major
engineering lubrication problems and their solutions

* Presents numerical programs for specific applications in
engineering, with special topics including grease-lubricated
bearings and gas bearings

* Equips those working in tribology and those new to the topic
with the fundamental tools of calculation

* Downloadable programs are available at the companion
website

With an emphasis on clear explanations, the text offers a
thorough understanding of the numerical calculation of lubrication
for graduate students on tribology and engineering mechanics
courses, with more detailed materials suitable for engineers. This
is an accessible reference for senior undergraduate students of
tribology and researchers in thin-film fluid mechanics.