The accuracy of the compressible Reynolds equation for predicting the local pressure in gas-lubricated textured parallel slider bearings

摘要: The validity of the compressible Reynolds equation to predict local pressure in a gas-lubricated, textured parallel slider bearing is investigated. numerically simulated using and Navier–Stokes equations for different texture geometries operating conditions. respective results are compared simplifying assumptions inherent application quantitatively evaluated. deviation between obtained with increases increasing aspect ratio, because significant cross-film gradient large velocity sliding direction develop lubricant film. Inertia found be negligible throughout this study.