Measured Crankshaft Bearing Oil Flow and Temperatures with a Full and Partial Groove Main Bearing

2000-01-1341

03/06/2000

Event
SAE 2000 World Congress
Authors Abstract
Content
This paper details part of an on-going experimental program to map the operating characteristics of crankshaft bearings. Data from fired engines is essential to validate computer models and enhance understanding of these critical components in the engine system. Oil flow data is particularly valuable when used in conjunction with temperature data, especially at conditions close to the maximum rated engine speed where oil “starvation” effects can be significant.
The results from a 2 litre gasoline engine detailing the oil flow, pressure and temperature show that the most challenging areas of bearing performance are at conditions close to the maximum rated engine speed.
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DOI
https://doi.org/10.4271/2000-01-1341
Pages
7
Citation
Mian, A., Parker, D., and Williams, B., "Measured Crankshaft Bearing Oil Flow and Temperatures with a Full and Partial Groove Main Bearing," SAE Technical Paper 2000-01-1341, 2000, https://doi.org/10.4271/2000-01-1341.
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Published
Mar 6, 2000
Product Code
2000-01-1341
Content Type
Technical Paper
Language
English