Developing and validating a model to understand mixed lubrication regions for fluid-film bearings Navy STTR FY2012.A Sol No.: Navy STTR FY2012.A Topic No.: N12A-T010 Topic Title: Developing and validating a model to understand mixed lubrication regions for fluid-film bearings Proposal No.: N12A-010-0343 Firm: Sentient Corporation 850 Energy Drive Suite 307 Idaho Falls, Idaho 83401 Contact: Matthew King Phone: (716) 304-0100 Web Site: www.sentientscience.com Abstract: Under this effort, Sentient will develop mixed-EHL models to predict the performance of fluid film bearings for submarine applications. The models will consider critical design and operational parameters such as component geometry and surface finish, start up and shut down speeds/loads, and lubrication properties to predict torque, film thickness, and associated wear/efficiency. The result will be a scalable design and analysis tool to be used in the evaluation of full scale fluid film bearing components. Benefits: The anticipated benefits are numerous, and start with the cost reduction associated with the elimination of testing and analysis costs enabled by accurate modeling and simulation. Ancillary benefits include faster design cycles, higher component reliability, and increased power transmission efficiency - all contributing to decreased lifecycle costs for the target platform. Return