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Summary of gas bearing applications in the field of space electric power systemsThe testing and evaluation of different bearing systems to be used in the turbine-alternator-compressor of a closed Brayton cycle electric power system are described. A specification of each bearing is presented along with the results of the evaluation and a comparison of the merits and limitations of each bearing. The contribution of improved bearings to the power supply reliability, potential life, and ability to accept shock and vibration is examined.
Document ID
19720019879
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Dunn, J. H. (NASA Lewis Research Center Cleveland, OH, United States)
Ream, L. W. (NASA Lewis Research Center Cleveland, OH, United States)
Date Acquired
September 2, 2013
Publication Date
January 1, 1972
Subject Category
Machine Elements And Processes
Report/Patent Number
NASA-TM-X-68095
E-7010
Report Number: NASA-TM-X-68095
Report Number: E-7010
Meeting Information
Meeting: Intersoc. Energy Conversion Eng. Conf.
Location: San Diego, CA
Country: United States
Start Date: September 25, 1972
End Date: September 29, 1972
Accession Number
72N27529
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Work of the US Gov. Public Use Permitted.

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