NUMERICAL AND EXPERIMENTAL INVESTIGATION OF LUBRICATING OIL FLOW IN A GEROTOR PUMP |
M. SURESH KUMAR1, K. MANONMANI2 |
1Anna University 2Governemnt College of Technology |
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ABSTRACT |
Gerotor pumps are widely used in the automotive industry for engine oil lubrication, due to their high volumetric efficiency and smooth pumping action. In many cases, the lubricating oil from the sump is mixed with contaminants, such as dust and tiny solid particles, or becomes thickened, due to aging. These problems will lead to critical situations, such as increased noise, enhanced wear and erosion, and poor lubrication of the engine. These critical situations were studied by conducting a detailed CFD integrated investigation on a gerotor pump |
Key Words:
Engine lubrication, Gerotor pump, Ports, Oil-solid mixture, CFD |
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