Journal of Mechanical Science and Technology

The Korean Society of Mechanical Engineers (대한기계학회)
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Load Characteristics of Engine Main Bearing : Comparison Between Theory and Experiment

  • Published : 2002.08.01
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Abstract

The load characteristics of engine main bearing are very important in the design of crankshaft and engine block. The stiffness of crankshaft and block, or the optimal dimension of the bearing can be determined according to the load level. This paper presents the load characteristics of engine main bearing. Two components of the main bearing load are measured during engine firing and motoring. The vertical and horizontal load components are measured by using the dynamic load cell mounted in each main bearing cap bolt. The measured main bearing loads are compared with calculated results by using the statically determinate method. The theoretical results, provided in this study, agreed well with the experimental results. The presented results are very useful for achieving optimal design of engine.

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