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The use of polymeric thrust elements in powertrain applications
Technical Paper
2001-08-0009
Sector:
Event:
JSAE Spring Conference
Language:
English
Abstract
Many engineering polymers exhibit properties that would appear
to make them suitable for thrust washers and bearings in power
transmission applications. Most of the properties published in
conventional product catalogs do not specifically address those
characteristics that define the material's functionality in
these type applications.
The work covered in this paper is intended to provide an
understanding of the impact from the various parameters a material
is subjected to in a drivetrain environment. Suggestions are
offered on how to develop the data necessary to characterize
materials for use in this type application. Equipment to help in
the simulation of the drivetrain environment is presented along
with data developed using that equipment. The overall direction is
to provide a material performance envelope so that material limits
are better understood. Emphasis is placed on defining performance
of materials prior to the expense of dynamometer or full system
testing.