Abstract
Static characteristics of a journal bearing operating on TiO2 based nanolubricant is obtained by a variable viscosity approach. The predicted shear viscosities of TiO2 based nanolubricant at different volume fractions and aggregate particle sizes are obtained using modified Krieger-Dougherty model and are found to be in good agreement with experimental shear viscosities. The modified Reynolds equation considers the Krieger-Dougherty viscosities and couple stress effects of TiO2 nanoparticle additives at different volume fractions and particle sizes. Results reveal a significant improvement in load carrying capacity of journal bearing operating on TiO2 based nanolubricant as compared to plain oil without TiO2 nanoparticles.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 69-79 |
Number of pages | 11 |
Journal | Tribology International |
Volume | 75 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2014 |
All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes
- Mechanical Engineering
- Mechanics of Materials
- Surfaces, Coatings and Films
- Surfaces and Interfaces