Author:
Sobhi Said,Nabhani Mohamed,Zarbane Khalid,El Khlifi Mohamed
Abstract
Purpose
This study aims to present a numerical model to investigate cavitation effects on oscillatory porous squeeze film. This effect is able to cause considerable damage to the lubrication mechanisms, mainly in the form of surface erosion. The erosion process is caused by surface spalling due to alternating positive and negative contact stresses imposed by bubble collapse. If the process continues uncontrolled, the performance of the contact will rapidly deteriorate.
Design/methodology/approach
The study is conducted numerically using Elrod–Adams model for the modified Reynolds equation coupled with the Darcy’s law for the lubricant flow through the porous medium. The governing equations are numerically discretized and iteratively solved.
Findings
The numerical results show that frequency, amplitude and permeability have a significant influence on the generation of cavitation. A comparison of the present numerical results against available literature experimental data in particular case proved a good agreement.
Originality/value
The present paper is to develop a more realistic and efficient model. Indeed, the consideration of cavitation phenomena in this model will lead to a more accurate prediction of the squeeze film characteristics. The results of this paper are based on original work and have practical value.
Subject
Surfaces, Coatings and Films,General Energy,Mechanical Engineering
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