TRIB2004-64256
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Technical
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Modeling and Parametric Study of Torque
in Open Clutch Plates
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Authors
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Chinar R. Aphale, University
of Michigan, Ann Arbor
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Jinhyun Cho, University
of Michigan
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William W. Schultz, University of Michigan
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Steven L. Ceccio, University of Michigan
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Takao Yoshioka, Dynax Corporation
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Henry Hiraki, Dynax Corporation
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Abstract
The relative motion of the friction and separator
plates in wet clutches during the disengaged mode causes viscous shear
stresses in the fluid passing through the 100 microns gap. This results in a
drag torque on both the disks which robs the engine
of power. The objective of the study is to develop an accurate mathematical
model for the above problem with verification using FLUENT and computations.
The challenge is to model the aeration process. Initially we start with two
flat disks. The mathematical model enables us to calculate the drag torque on
the disks and 2D axisymmetric solver is used to
verify the solution. The surface pressure distribution on the plates is also verified. Then 3D models of one grooved and one
flat disk are tested using CFD and three parameters namely number of grooves,
depth of groove and clearance between the disks are studied to understand the
effect they have on the drag torque. Conclusions are finally drawn and design
implementations are suggested to reduce drag.
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Session 11-2 Machine Components Tribology II
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