Ball bearings are critical components in rotating machinery, designed to reduce friction between moving parts and support radial and axial loads. Their performance and durability directly influence the efficiency, reliability, and lifespan of mechanical systems such as motors, gearboxes, and turbines. The interaction between the rolling elements, cage, and raceways under dynamic loading conditions introduces complex contact stresses and deformations.
Dynamic transient structural analysis provides a powerful tool to simulate real-world operating conditions, capturing the time-dependent response of the bearing under rotational motion. Using ANSYS, the structural behavior, including stress distribution and deformation patterns, can be accurately predicted, enabling engineers to optimize design and ensure operational safety.
In this study, a 3D model of a ball bearing with a cage is analyzed under rotational motion for a short duration (0.011s) to replicate actual operating scenarios. Structural steel is considered as the material for all components to assess its performance in high-stress environments.
Simulate Realistic Bearing Operation: To model and analyze the ball bearing with a cage under rotational motion in ANSYS, replicating real-life dynamic conditions.
Evaluate Stress Distribution: To determine the transient contact stresses on the balls, cage, and raceways during operation.
Predict Deformation Behavior: To assess the deformation patterns of the bearing components under load and rotational motion.
Identify Critical Regions: To locate areas of high stress concentration that may influence fatigue life or lead to failure.
Support Design Optimization: To provide insights for material selection, geometry improvement, and load capacity enhancement for future designs.
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