NASA NTRS · 19950071286
Optimized Coolant-Flow Diverter For Increased Bearing Life
Abstract
Coolant-flow diverter for rolling-element bearings in cryogenic turbopump designed to enhance cooling power of flow in contact with bearings and thereby reduce bearing wear. Delivers jets of coolant as close as possible to hot spots at points of contact between balls and race. Also imparts swirl that enhances beneficial pumping effect. Used with success in end ball bearing of high-pressure-oxidizer turbopump.
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Subbaraman, Maria R., Butner, Myles F.. 1995-12-01. Optimized Coolant-Flow Diverter For Increased Bearing Life. https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/19950071286
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