A mass-conserving model is presented for the transient evolution of cavitation in lubrication analysis. Algorithms are given for its finite element implementation in both direct problems (specified motion) and indirect problems (specified load). Numerical examples demonstrate capabilities and applications of the model and algorithm (s).

Issue Section:
Research Papers
Topics:
Algorithms, Cavitation, Finite element analysis, Lubrication, Stress, Transients (Dynamics)
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