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<p>Hydrostatic bearings are commonly used across a&#xa0;range of applications, yet their reliance on externally pressurized lubricants presents significant energy consumption challenges. This research aims to experimentally assess various approaches for optimizing the geometry of hydrostatic bearing pads. Utilizing a&#xa0;two-pad hydrostatic tester equipped with online diagnostics, we analyzed optimized multi-recess pads developed through both analytical methods and computational fluid dynamics (CFD). Our results demonstrate that the CFD method achieves a&#xa0;substantially greater film thickness recess pressure compared to the analytical method under similar experimental conditions. Additionally, the CFD approach reduces pumping power losses by 14%. However, this improvement in performance is accompanied by a&#xa0;reduction in film stiffness and an increased sensitivity to eccentric overload or misalignment, as highlighted in our findings. While the adoption of CFD-optimized geometries offers significant potential for lowering energy consumption, maintaining precise alignment especially in large-scale applications remains essential. In summary, our study suggests that employing CFD optimization can effectively reduce the service costs associated with hydrostatic bearings, but optimal outcomes necessitate careful alignment considerations.</p>

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Performance and stability comparison of hydrostatic bearing pad geometry optimization approaches

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    2025年4月30日

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  • Michal Michalec,
  • Jan Foltýn,
  • Petr Svoboda,
  • Ivan Křupka,
  • Martin Hartl

摘要

Hydrostatic bearings are commonly used across a range of applications, yet their reliance on externally pressurized lubricants presents significant energy consumption challenges. This research aims to experimentally assess various approaches for optimizing the geometry of hydrostatic bearing pads. Utilizing a two-pad hydrostatic tester equipped with online diagnostics, we analyzed optimized multi-recess pads developed through both analytical methods and computational fluid dynamics (CFD). Our results demonstrate that the CFD method achieves a substantially greater film thickness recess pressure compared to the analytical method under similar experimental conditions. Additionally, the CFD approach reduces pumping power losses by 14%. However, this improvement in performance is accompanied by a reduction in film stiffness and an increased sensitivity to eccentric overload or misalignment, as highlighted in our findings. While the adoption of CFD-optimized geometries offers significant potential for lowering energy consumption, maintaining precise alignment especially in large-scale applications remains essential. In summary, our study suggests that employing CFD optimization can effectively reduce the service costs associated with hydrostatic bearings, but optimal outcomes necessitate careful alignment considerations.