Abstract
Using the experience acquired within our lab in terms of both thermohydrodynamic (THD) and thermoelastohydrodynamic (TEHD) numerical simulations, a new THD code has been improved by adding the possibility of taking into account geometrical defects, and particularly scratches, which are often discovered by turbine users during maintenance operations. To examine this issue, two numerical codes were coupled to provide the TEHD analysis presented in this work. To validate the numerical results, experimental tests were conducted using the Pprime Institute bearing test rig. The performance of the same two-lobe journal bearing (preload 0.524) as used in a previous study, lubricated with ISO VG 46 oil, was evaluated. Scratches of different depths (varying as a function of the radial clearance) were directly machined onto the shaft. TEHD solutions and experimental data were compared for various rotational speeds and applied loads. Pressure and temperature comparisons for the three scratch depths show good correlation, and give the expected results for cases with a scratch. It was also found that the asymmetry in the pressure field created by the presence of a scratch led to a slight misalignment. The comparisons were improved by taking into account this misalignment, using the balance of momentum.
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