Dynamic Performance Analysis of Gas Film Floating Ring Seals Based on the Reynolds–Bernoulli Small-Perturbation Model

Gas film floating ring seals are extensively utilized in aircraft engines, and precise analysis of gas film performance is crucial for ensuring reliable seal design. For this reason, this paper proposes the Reynolds–Bernoulli small-perturbation (RBSP) model to analyze the performance of the gas film...

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Main Authors: Shuhai Zhu, Runmei Ma, Shuangxi Li, Shicong Li
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Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2024-11-01
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description Gas film floating ring seals are extensively utilized in aircraft engines, and precise analysis of gas film performance is crucial for ensuring reliable seal design. For this reason, this paper proposes the Reynolds–Bernoulli small-perturbation (RBSP) model to analyze the performance of the gas film based on the conservation of mechanical energy. Through experimental verification and comparison with other analytical models, the results of the RBSP model calculations are both reliable and more broadly applicable. Analyses using the finite element method revealed that the differential pressure effect of Poiseuille flow and the dynamic pressure effect of Couette flow are the primary factors enabling the floating ring to overcome resistance and establish a non-contact seal. Additionally, an appropriate sealing clearance and an increased width of the floating ring could significantly enhance the dynamic performance of the seal. The research findings offer a dependable performance analysis method for designers of gas film floating ring seals.
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spelling doaj-art-1b417d324ab248afaf20a01ba5dd61462025-08-20T02:57:19ZengMDPI AGMachines2075-17022024-11-01121286010.3390/machines12120860Dynamic Performance Analysis of Gas Film Floating Ring Seals Based on the Reynolds–Bernoulli Small-Perturbation ModelShuhai Zhu0Runmei Ma1Shuangxi Li2Shicong Li3Research Center of Fluid Sealing Technology, College of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering, Beijing University of Chemical Technology, Beijing 100029, ChinaResearch Center of Fluid Sealing Technology, College of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering, Beijing University of Chemical Technology, Beijing 100029, ChinaResearch Center of Fluid Sealing Technology, College of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering, Beijing University of Chemical Technology, Beijing 100029, ChinaResearch Center of Fluid Sealing Technology, College of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering, Beijing University of Chemical Technology, Beijing 100029, ChinaGas film floating ring seals are extensively utilized in aircraft engines, and precise analysis of gas film performance is crucial for ensuring reliable seal design. For this reason, this paper proposes the Reynolds–Bernoulli small-perturbation (RBSP) model to analyze the performance of the gas film based on the conservation of mechanical energy. Through experimental verification and comparison with other analytical models, the results of the RBSP model calculations are both reliable and more broadly applicable. Analyses using the finite element method revealed that the differential pressure effect of Poiseuille flow and the dynamic pressure effect of Couette flow are the primary factors enabling the floating ring to overcome resistance and establish a non-contact seal. Additionally, an appropriate sealing clearance and an increased width of the floating ring could significantly enhance the dynamic performance of the seal. The research findings offer a dependable performance analysis method for designers of gas film floating ring seals.https://www.mdpi.com/2075-1702/12/12/860dynamic analysisflow of gasessmall perturbationnumerical analysisseals
spellingShingle Shuhai Zhu
Runmei Ma
Shuangxi Li
Shicong Li
Dynamic Performance Analysis of Gas Film Floating Ring Seals Based on the Reynolds–Bernoulli Small-Perturbation Model
Machines
dynamic analysis
flow of gases
small perturbation
numerical analysis
seals
title Dynamic Performance Analysis of Gas Film Floating Ring Seals Based on the Reynolds–Bernoulli Small-Perturbation Model
title_full Dynamic Performance Analysis of Gas Film Floating Ring Seals Based on the Reynolds–Bernoulli Small-Perturbation Model
title_fullStr Dynamic Performance Analysis of Gas Film Floating Ring Seals Based on the Reynolds–Bernoulli Small-Perturbation Model
title_full_unstemmed Dynamic Performance Analysis of Gas Film Floating Ring Seals Based on the Reynolds–Bernoulli Small-Perturbation Model
title_short Dynamic Performance Analysis of Gas Film Floating Ring Seals Based on the Reynolds–Bernoulli Small-Perturbation Model
title_sort dynamic performance analysis of gas film floating ring seals based on the reynolds bernoulli small perturbation model
topic dynamic analysis
flow of gases
small perturbation
numerical analysis
seals
url https://www.mdpi.com/2075-1702/12/12/860
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