Developed the concept of high-load rubber laminate bearings and the first application for helicopter blade retention in place of ball or roller bearings. LAMIFLEX Bearing-Seals for underwater hermetic shaft seals are a more recent innovation.
1. Bearings are components that allow parts in a machine to move smoothly against each other. There are two main types: sliding bearings which use lubrication between sliding surfaces, and rolling element bearings which use balls or rollers to minimize friction.
2. Thrust bearings are a type of rolling element bearing designed to support high axial loads on a shaft. Common varieties include ball, roller, and tapered roller thrust bearings.
3. Bushings are plain bearings that can be inserted into a housing to provide a bearing surface, and come in solid, split, or clenched designs to accommodate rotation.
Nylon bearings offer excellent load bearing capacity, corrosion resistance, and are lightweight compared to steel. Proper bearing design requires considering the operating environment including temperature and moisture, as well as calculating the necessary press fit, running clearance by accounting for shaft allowance, temperature and moisture factors, and ensuring the bearing size can withstand the load and surface speed. Questions about the bearing design process are welcome.
This document provides information on bearings, including their history, classification, materials used, lubrication types, and design procedures. It discusses how bearings are designed to reduce friction, carry loads, and guide moving parts. The key types are described as radial or thrust bearings, and sliding or rolling contact bearings. Common materials include babbitt metals, bronzes, cast iron, silver, and non-metallic options. Design of journal bearings involves calculating parameters like load capacity, pressure, clearance, heat generation and dissipation. An example at the end illustrates the full design process.
A bearing is a machine element that supports another moving element, known as a journal, and allows relative motion between their surfaces while carrying loads. There are two main types of bearings: sliding contact bearings and rolling contact bearings. Sliding contact bearings include journal or sleeve bearings, which support radial loads and come in full or partial designs. Rolling contact bearings use balls or rollers between surfaces to reduce friction. Key considerations in bearing design include load capacity, friction, lubrication, and heat dissipation.
This document discusses bearings and lubrication. It describes the main functions of bearings as supporting rotating shafts to transmit power and reduce friction. There are two main types of bearings: rolling contact bearings, which transfer load through rolling elements like balls and rollers; and journal or sleeve bearings, which transfer load through a thin film of lubricant. Key considerations in bearing selection include life, speed, load type, and accuracy requirements. Common bearing types are described like ball, roller, tapered, and thrust bearings. Proper lubrication and factors like bearing load and speed determine bearing life.
Bearings are selected based on bearing life and reliability, speed, space limitations, accuracy, and load characteristics. The main types of bearings include ball bearings, roller bearings, thrust bearings, and linear bearings. Key factors in selecting the right bearing include radial load capacity, thrust load capacity, misalignment tolerance, and application-specific requirements. Proper bearing selection depends on understanding the bearing design and ratings.
Bearings are machine elements designed to reduce friction, carry loads, and guide moving parts. They come in many types including ball bearings, roller bearings, and thrust bearings which use either rolling or sliding friction. Over time, bearings have evolved from early wheels to modern designs with inner and outer rings and cages to separate rolling elements. Proper bearing selection, installation, and maintenance are important to maximize bearing life.
1. Bearings are components that allow parts in a machine to move smoothly against each other. There are two main types: sliding bearings which use lubrication between sliding surfaces, and rolling element bearings which use balls or rollers to minimize friction.
2. Thrust bearings are a type of rolling element bearing designed to support high axial loads on a shaft. Common varieties include ball, roller, and tapered roller thrust bearings.
3. Bushings are plain bearings that can be inserted into a housing to provide a bearing surface, and come in solid, split, or clenched designs to accommodate rotation.
Nylon bearings offer excellent load bearing capacity, corrosion resistance, and are lightweight compared to steel. Proper bearing design requires considering the operating environment including temperature and moisture, as well as calculating the necessary press fit, running clearance by accounting for shaft allowance, temperature and moisture factors, and ensuring the bearing size can withstand the load and surface speed. Questions about the bearing design process are welcome.
This document provides information on bearings, including their history, classification, materials used, lubrication types, and design procedures. It discusses how bearings are designed to reduce friction, carry loads, and guide moving parts. The key types are described as radial or thrust bearings, and sliding or rolling contact bearings. Common materials include babbitt metals, bronzes, cast iron, silver, and non-metallic options. Design of journal bearings involves calculating parameters like load capacity, pressure, clearance, heat generation and dissipation. An example at the end illustrates the full design process.
A bearing is a machine element that supports another moving element, known as a journal, and allows relative motion between their surfaces while carrying loads. There are two main types of bearings: sliding contact bearings and rolling contact bearings. Sliding contact bearings include journal or sleeve bearings, which support radial loads and come in full or partial designs. Rolling contact bearings use balls or rollers between surfaces to reduce friction. Key considerations in bearing design include load capacity, friction, lubrication, and heat dissipation.
This document discusses bearings and lubrication. It describes the main functions of bearings as supporting rotating shafts to transmit power and reduce friction. There are two main types of bearings: rolling contact bearings, which transfer load through rolling elements like balls and rollers; and journal or sleeve bearings, which transfer load through a thin film of lubricant. Key considerations in bearing selection include life, speed, load type, and accuracy requirements. Common bearing types are described like ball, roller, tapered, and thrust bearings. Proper lubrication and factors like bearing load and speed determine bearing life.
Bearings are selected based on bearing life and reliability, speed, space limitations, accuracy, and load characteristics. The main types of bearings include ball bearings, roller bearings, thrust bearings, and linear bearings. Key factors in selecting the right bearing include radial load capacity, thrust load capacity, misalignment tolerance, and application-specific requirements. Proper bearing selection depends on understanding the bearing design and ratings.
Bearings are machine elements designed to reduce friction, carry loads, and guide moving parts. They come in many types including ball bearings, roller bearings, and thrust bearings which use either rolling or sliding friction. Over time, bearings have evolved from early wheels to modern designs with inner and outer rings and cages to separate rolling elements. Proper bearing selection, installation, and maintenance are important to maximize bearing life.
This document discusses different types of bearings, including their functions, components, and applications. It begins by defining bearings and their purpose, then describes the three main types: rolling element bearings, sliding bearings, and elastomeric bearings. It focuses on rolling element bearings, explaining the components and types of ball bearings and roller bearings. Other bearing types discussed include mounted bearings, linear bearings, self-lubricating bearings, and elastomeric bearings. Guidelines for selecting the proper bearing for an application based on load and life calculations are also provided.
Rolling contact bearings are called antifriction bearings because they have lower friction than sliding contact bearings. The document discusses the advantages and types of rolling contact bearings, including ball bearings and different types of roller bearings. It also covers standard dimensions, load ratings, reliability, materials used, and lubrication of ball and roller bearings.
This document discusses different types of basic bearings, including friction bearings, fluid coated bearings, and rolling bearings. It also explains how to select a suitable bearing by calculating dynamic and life load ratios. The types of basic bearings are described as plain/friction bearings, fluid bearings, and rolling element bearings.
In this PPT you will learn about Bearings, Its Types, Classifications, Uses, How to select them according to use with proper and neat Diagrams and pictures.
,bearings ,function of bearing ,footstep or pivot bearing ,bush and direct-lined housing ,thrust bearing ,journal bearing ,ball and roller bearings ,types of rolling bearing ,sliding contact bearing ,applications of roller bearings
The document discusses bearings, which are machine elements that support moving parts while allowing relative motion and transmitting loads. There are two main types: plain bearings, which use sliding contact, and antifriction bearings, which use rolling contact like balls or rollers to reduce friction. Key factors in bearing design include load type (radial or thrust), materials, lubrication method, tolerances, and life expectancy. Bearings must be designed to prevent overheating by sufficiently generating and dissipating heat from friction during use.
The document discusses different types of bearings, including plain/fluid film bearings, anti-friction/rolling contact bearings, and their characteristics. It describes hydrodynamic, hydrostatic, and combination bearings. It also explains ball bearings, roller bearings, tapered roller bearings, needle roller bearings, and their parts and applications.
Bearings are devices that allow rotational or linear movement between contacting surfaces while reducing friction and handling loads. There are two main types: rolling contact bearings, which use balls or rollers to transfer loads, and journal or sleeve bearings, which use a lubricating film. Key design considerations for selecting bearings include life, speed, space limitations, accuracy, and load type (radial, thrust, or both). Bearing catalogs provide load and life ratings to help selection.
Lecture 2 Introduction to bearing and its typeashish7185
1. Bearings are machine elements that support moving parts and allow relative motion while carrying loads.
2. Bearings are classified based on the direction of load (radial or thrust) and the nature of contact (sliding or rolling).
3. Common types of bearings include journal/sleeve bearings, slipper/guide bearings, hydrostatic bearings, and hydrodynamic bearings.
This document discusses bearings and their functions. It describes how bearings support rotating shafts and reduce friction to allow for smooth rotation. There are two main types of bearings - plain/slider bearings which have a large contact area and high friction, and rolling/ball bearings which have less contact area and lower rolling friction. Ball and roller bearings are further described as having races, balls/rollers, and a cage that separates the balls to reduce friction. Common ball and roller bearing types and their applications are also outlined.
The document discusses the selection and use of bearings. It describes the functions of bearings as supporting loads on shafts and locating the shaft position. It outlines types of bearings as sliding contact or rolling contact. Rolling contact bearings include ball bearings and roller bearings. When selecting a bearing, factors to consider include load type (radial, thrust, or combined), load capacity, dimensions, intended use conditions, and desired service life. Installation of ball bearings requires proper shaft and housing design, lubrication provision, and sealing.
Rolling contact bearings and design procedureJashavant singh
this slide will give you idea about the rolling contact bearing , its types application areas and also you will learn how to design rolling contact bearing ,
comparison between the rolling contact and sliding contact bearing , advantage and disadvantages.
This document discusses propeller making processes and podded propulsion systems. It describes the 9 step process for making propellers, including pattern making, molding, casting, machining, balancing, and packaging. It also explains static and dynamic balancing methods. Finally, it provides details on podded propulsion systems, specifically the Azipod concept which allows propellers to rotate 360 degrees for improved ship maneuverability.
A journal bearing supports a rotating shaft by using an oil film between the shaft (journal) and the bearing. Oil is fed into the bearing through an inlet and dragged by the shaft into the converging gap, increasing fluid pressure and creating a hydrodynamic lift. Axial oil grooves provide space to prevent oil loss. Journal bearings handle high loads and speeds due to minimal metal contact from the oil film and provide smooth, quiet operation but require a large oil supply.
Rolling contact bearings are also known as anti-friction bearing due to its low friction characteristics between ball and inner and outer rings. Rolling contact bearings are used for radial load, thrust load and combination of these both loads. Rolling contact bearings are often used due to its lower price, less maintenance cost and easy to operate.
This document summarizes information about journal bearings. It defines a journal bearing as a block of cast iron with a hole for supporting a rotating shaft. It describes how lubricating oil is fed into the bearing and dragged by the shaft, creating hydrodynamic lift and resisting shaft motion. There are three types of journal bearings: dry, hydrodynamic, and hydrostatic. The document discusses the pressure distribution in a journal bearing due to the flow of viscous fluid in a converging channel, and defines the eccentricity ratio as the ratio of eccentricity to radial clearance. It concludes with discussing the study of bearing functions and types, and viewing the pressure distribution curve of a journal bearing.
This document discusses different types of bearings used in mechanical engineering. It describes bearings as machine components that support another element and allow relative motion while carrying a load. There are two main types - sliding contact bearings and rolling contact bearings. Rolling contact bearings, also called anti-friction bearings, use balls or rollers between elements and have lower coefficients of friction than sliding contact bearings. The document further details types of rolling contact bearings like ball bearings, roller bearings, and their construction and applications.
Edgetech Marine technologies presentation at Codevintec's Workshop (by Nick L...Codevintec Italiana srl
An enthusiastic public attended the Codevintec's Workshop held in Rome in October 2014.
Edgetech introduced its systems for Marine surveys: Side Scan Sonar, SubBottom Profilers, integrated instruments of the latest technology.
The applications are several: Harbour floor survey, dams and embankments, structure monitoring, disaster management, wreck location, archeology, geology, shallow gas detection...
Very interesting!
This document discusses underwater acoustic communication and some of the challenges. It describes how about 2/3 of the Earth is covered in oceans, leaving a huge amount of natural resources to potentially discover through underwater exploration and monitoring. However, underwater acoustic communication is difficult due to factors like multipath propagation, time variations of the channel, small available bandwidth, and strong signal attenuation over long ranges. It also provides examples of potential underwater applications that could benefit from improving underwater acoustic communication technologies.
Industrial Robotic Drones
Our promise is to deliver true ‘experiences’ with drones, so that under any circumstance, a person can send a mission completely safe and autonomous on a ground, air, water and underwater vehicle.
Our commercial application integrates a set of inspiring projects that we are hands on. We founded our research over the idea that drones will do in the future, what smartphones did revolutionizing our lives.
Underwater sensor networks have the potential to enable new applications and enhance ocean observation. They consist of sensors, autonomous underwater vehicles, and communication architecture. Challenges include limited bandwidth, multipath effects, and power constraints. The network topology and protocol stack must be designed to address issues like delays and bandwidth restrictions. Underwater sensor networks differ from terrestrial networks in deployment, power, memory and other factors due to the underwater environment. They can be used for applications like environmental monitoring, exploration, and disaster prevention.
This document discusses different types of bearings, including their functions, components, and applications. It begins by defining bearings and their purpose, then describes the three main types: rolling element bearings, sliding bearings, and elastomeric bearings. It focuses on rolling element bearings, explaining the components and types of ball bearings and roller bearings. Other bearing types discussed include mounted bearings, linear bearings, self-lubricating bearings, and elastomeric bearings. Guidelines for selecting the proper bearing for an application based on load and life calculations are also provided.
Rolling contact bearings are called antifriction bearings because they have lower friction than sliding contact bearings. The document discusses the advantages and types of rolling contact bearings, including ball bearings and different types of roller bearings. It also covers standard dimensions, load ratings, reliability, materials used, and lubrication of ball and roller bearings.
This document discusses different types of basic bearings, including friction bearings, fluid coated bearings, and rolling bearings. It also explains how to select a suitable bearing by calculating dynamic and life load ratios. The types of basic bearings are described as plain/friction bearings, fluid bearings, and rolling element bearings.
In this PPT you will learn about Bearings, Its Types, Classifications, Uses, How to select them according to use with proper and neat Diagrams and pictures.
,bearings ,function of bearing ,footstep or pivot bearing ,bush and direct-lined housing ,thrust bearing ,journal bearing ,ball and roller bearings ,types of rolling bearing ,sliding contact bearing ,applications of roller bearings
The document discusses bearings, which are machine elements that support moving parts while allowing relative motion and transmitting loads. There are two main types: plain bearings, which use sliding contact, and antifriction bearings, which use rolling contact like balls or rollers to reduce friction. Key factors in bearing design include load type (radial or thrust), materials, lubrication method, tolerances, and life expectancy. Bearings must be designed to prevent overheating by sufficiently generating and dissipating heat from friction during use.
The document discusses different types of bearings, including plain/fluid film bearings, anti-friction/rolling contact bearings, and their characteristics. It describes hydrodynamic, hydrostatic, and combination bearings. It also explains ball bearings, roller bearings, tapered roller bearings, needle roller bearings, and their parts and applications.
Bearings are devices that allow rotational or linear movement between contacting surfaces while reducing friction and handling loads. There are two main types: rolling contact bearings, which use balls or rollers to transfer loads, and journal or sleeve bearings, which use a lubricating film. Key design considerations for selecting bearings include life, speed, space limitations, accuracy, and load type (radial, thrust, or both). Bearing catalogs provide load and life ratings to help selection.
Lecture 2 Introduction to bearing and its typeashish7185
1. Bearings are machine elements that support moving parts and allow relative motion while carrying loads.
2. Bearings are classified based on the direction of load (radial or thrust) and the nature of contact (sliding or rolling).
3. Common types of bearings include journal/sleeve bearings, slipper/guide bearings, hydrostatic bearings, and hydrodynamic bearings.
This document discusses bearings and their functions. It describes how bearings support rotating shafts and reduce friction to allow for smooth rotation. There are two main types of bearings - plain/slider bearings which have a large contact area and high friction, and rolling/ball bearings which have less contact area and lower rolling friction. Ball and roller bearings are further described as having races, balls/rollers, and a cage that separates the balls to reduce friction. Common ball and roller bearing types and their applications are also outlined.
The document discusses the selection and use of bearings. It describes the functions of bearings as supporting loads on shafts and locating the shaft position. It outlines types of bearings as sliding contact or rolling contact. Rolling contact bearings include ball bearings and roller bearings. When selecting a bearing, factors to consider include load type (radial, thrust, or combined), load capacity, dimensions, intended use conditions, and desired service life. Installation of ball bearings requires proper shaft and housing design, lubrication provision, and sealing.
Rolling contact bearings and design procedureJashavant singh
this slide will give you idea about the rolling contact bearing , its types application areas and also you will learn how to design rolling contact bearing ,
comparison between the rolling contact and sliding contact bearing , advantage and disadvantages.
This document discusses propeller making processes and podded propulsion systems. It describes the 9 step process for making propellers, including pattern making, molding, casting, machining, balancing, and packaging. It also explains static and dynamic balancing methods. Finally, it provides details on podded propulsion systems, specifically the Azipod concept which allows propellers to rotate 360 degrees for improved ship maneuverability.
A journal bearing supports a rotating shaft by using an oil film between the shaft (journal) and the bearing. Oil is fed into the bearing through an inlet and dragged by the shaft into the converging gap, increasing fluid pressure and creating a hydrodynamic lift. Axial oil grooves provide space to prevent oil loss. Journal bearings handle high loads and speeds due to minimal metal contact from the oil film and provide smooth, quiet operation but require a large oil supply.
Rolling contact bearings are also known as anti-friction bearing due to its low friction characteristics between ball and inner and outer rings. Rolling contact bearings are used for radial load, thrust load and combination of these both loads. Rolling contact bearings are often used due to its lower price, less maintenance cost and easy to operate.
This document summarizes information about journal bearings. It defines a journal bearing as a block of cast iron with a hole for supporting a rotating shaft. It describes how lubricating oil is fed into the bearing and dragged by the shaft, creating hydrodynamic lift and resisting shaft motion. There are three types of journal bearings: dry, hydrodynamic, and hydrostatic. The document discusses the pressure distribution in a journal bearing due to the flow of viscous fluid in a converging channel, and defines the eccentricity ratio as the ratio of eccentricity to radial clearance. It concludes with discussing the study of bearing functions and types, and viewing the pressure distribution curve of a journal bearing.
This document discusses different types of bearings used in mechanical engineering. It describes bearings as machine components that support another element and allow relative motion while carrying a load. There are two main types - sliding contact bearings and rolling contact bearings. Rolling contact bearings, also called anti-friction bearings, use balls or rollers between elements and have lower coefficients of friction than sliding contact bearings. The document further details types of rolling contact bearings like ball bearings, roller bearings, and their construction and applications.
Edgetech Marine technologies presentation at Codevintec's Workshop (by Nick L...Codevintec Italiana srl
An enthusiastic public attended the Codevintec's Workshop held in Rome in October 2014.
Edgetech introduced its systems for Marine surveys: Side Scan Sonar, SubBottom Profilers, integrated instruments of the latest technology.
The applications are several: Harbour floor survey, dams and embankments, structure monitoring, disaster management, wreck location, archeology, geology, shallow gas detection...
Very interesting!
This document discusses underwater acoustic communication and some of the challenges. It describes how about 2/3 of the Earth is covered in oceans, leaving a huge amount of natural resources to potentially discover through underwater exploration and monitoring. However, underwater acoustic communication is difficult due to factors like multipath propagation, time variations of the channel, small available bandwidth, and strong signal attenuation over long ranges. It also provides examples of potential underwater applications that could benefit from improving underwater acoustic communication technologies.
Industrial Robotic Drones
Our promise is to deliver true ‘experiences’ with drones, so that under any circumstance, a person can send a mission completely safe and autonomous on a ground, air, water and underwater vehicle.
Our commercial application integrates a set of inspiring projects that we are hands on. We founded our research over the idea that drones will do in the future, what smartphones did revolutionizing our lives.
Underwater sensor networks have the potential to enable new applications and enhance ocean observation. They consist of sensors, autonomous underwater vehicles, and communication architecture. Challenges include limited bandwidth, multipath effects, and power constraints. The network topology and protocol stack must be designed to address issues like delays and bandwidth restrictions. Underwater sensor networks differ from terrestrial networks in deployment, power, memory and other factors due to the underwater environment. They can be used for applications like environmental monitoring, exploration, and disaster prevention.
underwater communication skills for the new way of devine(2)Manjushree Mashal
This document discusses underwater wireless communication networks and security issues. It begins with an introduction to underwater wireless communication using acoustic signals. It then provides historical context on underwater acoustics research. The document outlines the architecture of underwater sensor networks, including applications like environmental monitoring. It discusses problems in underwater networks like limited bandwidth and battery power. The document also examines various attacks on underwater networks like jamming, wormholes, and Sybil attacks. Finally, it covers security requirements for underwater networks like authentication, integrity, and confidentiality and the need for further research on security and transmission techniques.
Mobile robots are increasingly being used in many applications to increase productivity. They are used for tasks that are dangerous, tedious, or impossible for humans. Some key uses of mobile robots include:
1) Unmanned ground vehicles are used for bomb disposal and other dangerous situations where human presence is not possible or safe.
2) Unmanned aerial vehicles, or drones, are used for applications like surveying crops, filmmaking, and search and rescue in addition to military uses.
3) Autonomous underwater vehicles are useful for tasks like underwater surveying for the oil and gas industry and scientific research.
FlexStack is a modular embedded electronics development platform from Boston Engineering Corporation. [1] It allows for rapid prototyping of embedded systems across various industries like medical, defense, industrial, and consumer. [2] The FlexStack platform features a small form factor, low power consumption, and modular components like an FPGA, Bluetooth, I/O ports, and battery power. [3] It supports both LabVIEW and C/C++ programming and can run operating systems like Linux.
Unmanned surface vehicles (USVs) are remotely operated watercraft that can perform tasks without a crew. USVs have been used since World War II for tasks like surveillance, environmental monitoring, and mine detection. The Springer USV was designed for shallow water surveys using a twin hull design with navigation sensors and computers protected inside waterproof cases. USVs allow high-risk tasks to be performed remotely, saving lives while expanding capabilities for security and research applications.
This document presents information about underwater acoustic communication channels. It discusses how sound can be used as a wireless communication medium underwater, as radio waves do not propagate well in water. It describes some of the key challenges with underwater acoustic channels, including limited bandwidth, multipath propagation, Doppler effects from water movements, noise from biological and man-made sources, and scattering. It also provides examples of potential underwater applications that could benefit from acoustic communication technologies, such as pollution monitoring, seismic monitoring, and autonomous underwater vehicle control.
This document is a PhD thesis that investigates medium access control (MAC) protocols for underwater swarm sensor networks (USSN) consisting of autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs). It presents two new decentralized MAC protocols called Adaptive Token Polling MAC (ATP-MAC) and Adaptive Space Time - Time Division Multiple Access (AST-TDMA) for non-time critical and time critical USSN applications respectively. Analytical and simulation results show that the new protocols outperform conventional TDMA in their ability to disseminate time-sensitive information in a timely manner, allowing higher densities of AUVs to operate in swarm-like networks. The thesis also examines the short-range underwater acoustic communication channel characteristics that impact
This document discusses localization schemes for underwater wireless sensor networks (UWSNs). It begins by providing background on WSNs and the unique challenges of UWSNs. It then discusses why localization is important for UWSNs and describes the main categories of localization schemes: range-based schemes that use distance or bearing measurements, and range-free schemes that do not. Specific range-based schemes discussed include infrastructure-based, distributed positioning, schemes using mobile beacons, and schemes without anchors. Range-free schemes include hop-count, centroid, area-localization, and signal processing schemes. The document concludes by comparing the schemes and discussing the need for further evaluation in underwater systems.
(Ma+ 2016 8 1 TN) Integrating RL Algorithms with UVsKevin Ma
This document discusses the development of WandaLearning, a Java program that allows an underwater vehicle (UUV) named Wanda to make autonomous decisions to locate the source of a plume based on its sensor data. WandaLearning integrates reinforcement learning algorithms from the BURLAP library within the MOOS-IvP autonomy framework. It employs continuous-domain reinforcement learning methods like LSPI and Sarsa to develop policies without discretizing the environment. The program was tested in simulations using uSimMarine and pPlumeSimulator but needs further development and testing on actual autonomous vehicles to improve stability and performance at locating plumes from a distance within the bounded search area.
This memorandum discusses the Navy's plans for expanding its use of autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs) also known as unmanned underwater vehicles (UUVs). It outlines that AUVs are essential for maintaining underwater dominance and will take on a greater role in intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance missions as well as seabed warfare, deception, and non-lethal operations. The memo discusses current and future missions for AUVs including mine countermeasures, intelligence gathering, communications relays, and acting as decoys. It also addresses the need to develop counter-AUV warfare capabilities and the advantages of electromagnetic maneuver warfare and non-lethal options. Finally, it outlines the different classes of AUVs including extremely large,
Autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs) often operate close to the seabed (5m-15m) enabling higher resolution surveys using high frequency sonars. Compact Autonomous surface vessels (ASVs) are often deployed in shallow water environments where deeper-draft manned survey vessels are unable to operate. On such vehicles there is limited space to deploy separate imaging, mapping and sub-bottom sonars. This presentation describes the technology deployed in the EdgeTech 2205 sonar system, which enables combined data acquisition in one system on AUVs and ASVs. Examples of the data acquired are given, which can include dual- or triple- frequency side scan, Multiphase Echosounder (MPES) swath bathymetry, and sub-bottom profiler data.
This document provides an overview of a talk given by Dirk Gorissen on UAV and robotics technology. The talk discusses the DECODE project, which aims to develop a system to help designers understand the impact of decisions made during complex aerospace system design. As a case study, the project is using UAV design for search and rescue operations. The talk outlines UAV and robot technologies, the DECODE design system, rapid manufacturing techniques like 3D printing, and future work such as a two-seas monitoring project using UAVs.
Underwater acoustic communication is a technique of sending and receiving message below water.[1] There are several ways of employing such communication but the most common is using hydrophones. Under water communication is difficult due to factors like multi-path propagation, time variations of the channel, small available bandwidth and strong signal attenuation, especially over long ranges. In underwater communication there are low data rates compared to terrestrial communication, since underwater communication uses acoustic waves instead of electromagnetic waves.
Paco Santana of iRobot explains the current state of art for maritime robotics and the way ahead. The brief can be found here
http://higherlogicdownload.s3.amazonaws.com/AUVSI/656942e4-4448-41c3-877d-0c5f3ea40e63/UploadedImages/presentations/Apr282011/IRobot.pdf
This document contains information about the SAAB Seaeye remotely operated vehicles in the context of current and future merging technologies within the ROV field. For more info contact underwater robotics specialist, Chris Roper of http://www.roperresources.com
#Digit15 - Droni sottomarini per l'esplorazione degli oceaniMichele Cocco
Autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs) can be used for ocean observation, marine research, and exploration but technologies are currently expensive to develop and operate in the harsh underwater environment. AUVs have applications in offshore oil and gas, scientific research, oceanography, defense, and maritime security. A new generation of lower-cost AUVs made from new materials and with open-source, user-friendly designs is needed to better study the oceans and seafloor that remain poorly understood. The global AUV market is forecasted to reach $3.8 billion by 2019 with approximately 1,300 AUVs produced each year.
The document discusses the use of carbon-carbon composites in various applications including:
1. As piston materials in internal combustion engines, carbon-carbon composites have negligible thermal expansion, maintain strength at high temperatures, and have high thermal conductivity and heat dissipation properties. This increases mechanical efficiency and allows engines to operate at higher temperatures and pressures.
2. As clutch plate materials, carbon-carbon composites have directional strength, low density, thermal stability, and controllable porosity and friction properties making them suitable for applications in automobiles and industrial machinery where clutches are used.
3. The document also lists other potential applications of carbon-carbon composites including heat exchangers, furnace fixtures
The document discusses slideways used in machine tools. It describes various types of slideways including flat, vee, dovetail, and cylindrical slideways. It covers the advantages and disadvantages of each type as well as their common applications. It also discusses factors to consider for slideway selection such as load, lubrication, and wear characteristics. Materials commonly used for slideways like cast iron are mentioned along with methods for improving hardness. Clearance adjustment and lubrication methods for maintaining proper slideway functioning are also summarized.
This document discusses wheels and tires, comparing their key differences and properties. It provides details on:
- The main components and functions of tires, including absorbing shocks and providing traction.
- Desirable tire properties like non-skidding, cushioning, and noise reduction.
- Types of tires based on construction like tube, tubeless, cross-ply, and radial ply styles.
- Tubeless tires provide benefits like lighter weight and better cooling over tube styles.
- Proper tire maintenance through inflation checks and rotation extends tire life.
- Wheels must support weight and steering forces while being strong yet lightweight.
This document discusses filament winding, which is a fabrication process used to manufacture cylindrical or hollow axisymmetric structures. Filaments like glass or carbon fibers are wound over a rotating mandrel and impregnated with resin to form the desired shape. There are three main types of winding - helical, circumferential and polar. Key factors in the process include fiber tension, resin content and wet-out. Filament winding is used to produce items like pressure vessels, tanks and pipes due to advantages like high strength to weight ratio and reproducibility.
An indepth description of filament winding and its fabrication.The slide has good understandability concepts that can be utilised for simple and effective presentation.
The document discusses traveller lag in spinning, which is the difference between the speed of the spindle and the traveller. This lag is caused by the traveller not having its own drive and being dragged behind the spindle. High contact pressure between the ring and traveller can generate heat due to friction. Different types of yarn require different travellers in terms of form, mass, material, and size to match the yarn and spindle speed. The material and mass of the traveller must balance heat generation and distribution, wear resistance, and maintaining proper yarn tension.
Orbital forging, also known as rotary forging, is a forging process where one die rotates relative to the other, gradually deforming the workpiece into the final shape. The tilt angle between the dies determines the amount of forging force applied. While orbital forging requires less force than conventional forging, the process is limited to symmetrical parts due to complex die motions required for asymmetrical shapes. Common applications include gears, hubs, and thin disks. Advantages include lower forces, accuracy, and tooling costs compared to conventional forging.
Raise boring,organisation of shaft sinking,liningSafdar Ali
This document discusses raise boring, which is a shaft sinking operation used for excavating vertical shafts through rock. It describes the equipment used, including the rig, drill pipes, cutters, and transport system. The main purposes of raise boring are for ore passes, ventilation, and full-sized mining shafts. It has advantages like reducing costs and allowing continuous excavation without workers present underground. Operations involve drilling a pilot hole then attaching a reamer to the drill to pull it upwards and excavate the shaft while cuttings fall down. Key factors like rock conditions, size, power needs, and costs are considered in the design.
Drilling Bit Introduction and bit Selection (Part 2)Amir Rafati
(PART 1,2 & 3)
1. Drilling mechanisms
2. Bit classifications (fixed cutter and roller cone bits)
3. IADC code descriptions
4. Tri-cone bits life time
5. Geometrical analysis of roller cone bits
• Fundamentals of bit design
• Basics of cone geometry design
• Oversize angle
• Offset
• Teeth and inserts
• Additional design criteria: tooth to tooth and groove clearances and etc.
• Cone-shell thickness
• Bearings factors
• Rock bit metallurgy
• Heat treatment
• Legs and cones material
• Tungsten carbide materials
• Legs and cones hard facing
• Tungsten carbide grade selection for inserts
• Bearings, seals and lubrication
• Bearing shape
• Bearing precisions and geometry
• Seal systems and seal details
• Dull grading system
6. Geometrical analysis of PDC bits
• PDC materials and constructions
• Matrix materials testing
• Differs between matrix & steel body
• Matrix body bits manufacturing
• Steel body bits manufacturing
• PDC bit design parameters: mechanical, hydraulic, rock properties
• Weld strength of PDC bits and cutters
• PDC cutter manufacturing process
• Tsp cutter properties vs PDC
• The influences of bit profile and profile elements
• PDC forces
• PDC bit stability
• PDC bit steer-ability
• Back rake
• Side rake
• Depth of cut
• Cutter exposure
• Cutter density
• Thermal damage and degradation of cutters
• Cutting mechanics
• PDC cutter substrate and its thickness
• Cutting structure elements
• Single set bladed cutting structures
• Plural set bladed cutting structures
• Dull grading system
7. ROP management based on drilling parameters
• WOB
• Rpm
• Sold content of mud
• Mud weight
• Cutter shape
• Cutters geometry
• Depth
• Abnormal pressure
• Drilling formation properties
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The document discusses abrasive waterjet machining (AWJM), a non-conventional machining process. It provides a brief history of AWJM, describing how abrasives were added to waterjets in the 1970s to allow cutting of harder materials. The key components of an AWJM system are described, including water reservoirs, intensifier pumps to generate ultra-high water pressures, multi-axis motion systems, and abrasive-fed nozzles. Advantages are clean cutting with minimal heat impact and ability to cut a wide range of materials efficiently. Disadvantages include high operating costs for hard materials and inability to cut very thick parts. The document outlines applications and provides comparisons to other non-conventional machining methods.
Construction equipment uses various mechanical and hydraulic components and subsystems. Key components include engines, transmissions, tracks, hydraulic systems, and attachments like excavator arms. Other important subsystems discussed include conveyor belts, tires, and scrapers/pushers. Proper maintenance of components like tires is important, including proper inflation and avoiding overloading.
Tyres and wheels have several important functions for vehicles. Tyres provide cushioning from rough roads, allow steering and braking, and provide traction through friction with the road surface. Wheels support the vehicle's weight and allow it to move. There are different types of tyre construction like bias ply, belted bias, and radial ply. Radial ply tyres offer advantages like reduced rolling resistance and better handling. Wheels are typically made of steel or aluminum and properly torqued fasteners are needed to securely attach the wheel to the vehicle.
This document provides information on various industrial materials and products offered by Associated Steel, including:
1. High strength alloy steels in various forms like rounds, flats, and threaded bar with mechanical properties like hardness of 269-341BHN and tensile strength of 156,000 PSI.
2. Stainless steel options for maintenance applications like austenitic stainless CENCOR and duplex stainless ASC2250 with corrosion resistance.
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Tyres and wheels play several important roles in vehicles. Tyres provide cushioning from rough roads, allow steering and braking, and provide traction through contact with the road surface. Proper tyre properties include good grip, low noise, load capacity, low rolling resistance, uniform wear, and shock absorption. Key tyre components include the tread, sidewalls, inner liner, and various reinforcement layers. Radial ply construction is now most common, providing benefits like reduced rolling resistance and improved handling. Wheels must be strong yet lightweight to support the vehicle and cope with road conditions while minimizing unsprung weight. Correct wheel balancing and secure mounting to the vehicle hub are also important.
Orbital forging is a continuous forging process where one die rotates relative to the other, gradually deforming a small area of the workpiece at a time until final shape is achieved. The tilt angle between dies determines the forging force applied, with larger tilt angles requiring smaller forces but making machine design and maintenance more difficult. Orbital forging allows production of symmetric and some asymmetric parts, has lower forces and costs than other forging methods, and can produce net-shape parts in shorter cycle times. However, it is limited to certain part geometries and requires trial and error to determine suitability.
This document summarizes the key components and manufacturing process of a power transformer. It discusses the core materials used, including cold rolled grain oriented silicon steel which has excellent magnetic properties and reduces hysteresis losses. It describes the winding assembly process and different types of windings like spiral, helical, and sandwich windings. It also covers the different insulation materials and methods used, as well as testing procedures to ensure quality.
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2. Laminated Rubber Bearings
(Elastomeric Bearings)
• Composite of elastomer and metal layers
• Support massive structures
-Permit thermal expansion
-Isolate bulidings from earthquakes
-Big, maybe 1/2 inch thin
• Small & dynamic
-Helicopters
-Undersea
6. Heavy Duty for a Thrust Bearing
• Tons of CF while oscillating
+/- a few degrees
• Early failure of ball / roller bearings
-spalling, fretting corrosion
A New Idea was needed ---
Laminated Rubber Bearings
8. Laminated Rubber /
Elastomeric Bearings
•Easily handle tons of CF
•Oscillate at high frequency
•No lubrication
•NR for high resilience
Used on most helicopters now
10. Enstrom Bearing Design
• 2-1/4" in diameter
• More than100 rubber
& brass layers each
• All layers 0.002” thick
• 18,000 lbs. CF
11. Small Wind Turbines
• Blade pitch angle
variable with wind
• Increase efficiency
12. Compression Very Slight
• At 10,000 psi pressure on bearing
- thinner by a few sheets of paper
- about .010 of an inch
• Rubber layers can’t squeeze out
- because rubber layers are very thin
-only .002 of an inch thick
• Compression due to volume decrease
16. • RRC specializes in laminates with
very thin layers
• Small helicopters
• Chemical bond of NR to hi-tensile
brass
• Lack of adhesive reduces thickness
• Larger helicopters use thicker,
fewer layers
17.
18. Planar & Chevron
• Planar
- angular oscillation & lateral movement
- easier to make – no metal forming
• Chevron
- precludes lateral shifting
- permits taller bearing for given load
24. Some Relationships
• Torsional Stiffness
- prop. to 4th power of diameter
- inverse with height
• Torsional Shear Strain for given angle
- prop. to diameter
- inverse with height
• Fatigue Life
- Max oscillatory torsional shear strain
- internal pressure
- other factors
25. Bearing-Seals
• A more recent development by RRC
• New design opportunities
for undersea craft
26. Undersea Bearing-Seal
It’s the same thing!
-An ordinary laminated rubber bearing
- Top and bottom enclosed
•Circular body makes a hermetic seal
- Seawater outside can't penetrate
- Solid barrier around central hole
27. Undersea Bearing-Seal
It’s the same thing!
• Seals against immense pressure
-tested to 17,000 psi
• No flimsy sliding surfaces like lip or face
• Immune to sand and grit
• Torque remains constant with depth
28. What can we do with a
bearing-seal?
• Suppose we have a pressure vessel
- like a submarine
• And suppose we want to have a sealed
shaft that extends from the inside of it to
the outside
- like a diving plane shaft
• We can do that with a bearing-seal.
29. AUV
• Small autonomous robotic submarine
• Looks like a torpedo, but leisurely
• Loaded with sensors
- pressure, temps, sonar, guidance
• Pre-programmed for a mission over area
• Military, Scientific, Offshore Oil & Gas
- mine-hunting for the Navy
- sensing ocean variables
- inspect underwater oil & gas pipelines.
30.
31. Application of Bearing-Seals
• Mount & seal external hydrofoils that can
control AUV:
- direction by rudder
- climb/descent by diving planes
• Even “fishtail” propulsion
- swivelling tail fin back & forth
• Advantage of actuation in air environment
- low cost, off shelf actuators
- no worries about seawater corrosion
32.
33. Typical Bearing-Seal
• OD = 2.06", ID = 1", ht. = 1/2“
• 80 hi-tensile brass + 78 natural
rubber layers, both .002" thick
• 10,000 psi water pressure
outside
• +/- 15 degrees for 1,000,000
cycles
• Also cycled at max sea depth,
17,000 psi
34. Bearing-Seal application similar to
helicopter use
• Bearing - as well as hermetic seal
• Angular movement/oscillation
+/-15 degrees
• High force -intense hydrostatic pressure
instead of centrifugal force
• Millions of cycles
35. Laminated Rubber Bearing
Technology
• Simplicity
• Low cost
• No lubrication
• Reliability
• Long life
For vehicles that
Probe the sky and depths of the sea