1. Explicit modeling and investigation of friction forces in linear motion ball guides.
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Oh, Kwang-Je, Khim, Gyungho, Park, Chun-Hong, and Chung, Sung-Chong
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FRICTION measurements , *CONTACT angle , *MECHANICAL efficiency , *SLIDING friction measurement , *HYSTERESIS - Abstract
Abstract Friction force of the linear motion ball guide (LMBG) with preload is important to predict the mechanical efficiency, thermal deformation, and stiffness variation in optimal design processes of the precision machinery. In this paper, an explicit friction force model of the LMBG with a two-point ball contact structure has been formulated in terms of the material and geometric parameters as well as the assembly and operating conditions. Contrary to the LMBG maker's model with accuracy 63%, the prediction accuracy over 90% is verified through experiments. It is confirmed that the friction force depends upon the ball size, conformity factors of the grooves, lubricant viscosity, and ball contact angles. Sliding and viscous frictions are significantly influenced by operating conditions as well. Highlights • Hysteresis, sliding and viscous friction components are formulated explicitly. • Friction force model is a function of geometric, assembly and operating conditions. • The sliding and viscous frictions are dominant at low and high speeds. • Precision measurements confirm the accuracy of the formulated friction model. • High efficient LM guides with good stiffness are designed easily via the model. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2019
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