An investigation on the lubrication mechanisms of the mechanical radial face seals - I: general theory


Sabir E. C., Koc E.

INDUSTRIAL LUBRICATION AND TRIBOLOGY, vol.59, pp.85-91, 2007 (SCI-Expanded) identifier identifier

Abstract

Purpose - The main purpose of the study is to develop a theoretical model being capable of analysing the sealing and hydrodynamic-hydrostatic lubrication mechanisms occuring between the mating surfaces of mechanical face seals.