On-Demand Session: Electro-Mechanical Tribology and the Influence of Roughness and Lubrication
Learn how researchers are refining numerical models to understand lubricant behavior at electrified contacts
Watch Individual Sessions:
Electro-Mechanical Tribology and the Influence of Roughness and Lubrication
PRESENTATION HIGHLIGHTS:
- [00:01:58] Background on Electrical Connectors and Nanoparticles in Lubricants
- [00:07:10] Setup and Results of Reciprocating Test
- [00:11:30]Background on Damage from Electric Current in Electric Vehicles
- [00:18:03] Setup and Results of Electrified Rolling Contact Tribotesting
- [00:24:15] Comparison of Different Lubricant Formulations
- [00:27:01] Updated Setup for Full-Rotation Testing
- [00:29:38] Models for Transient EHL Film Thickness
- [00:32:59] Stamping Measurements of Real Contact Area
- [00:34:22] Rationalization and Prediction of Pitting Damage
- [00:39:22] Conclusion
Question and Answer
PRESENTATION HIGHLIGHTS:
- [00:00:00] Have you looked into nanoparticle suspension in non-grease fluids?
- [00:00:57] Have you looked into testing different surface roughness of materials and then seeing the corresponding damage?
- [00:01:56] Have you thought of modeling other contact conditions?
