SKMR-2

SKMR-2 - test rig for fatigue investigation of multilayer thin-walled bearing bushes (Patent PL 187605)

SKMR-2 tester is used for fatigue testing of metallic thin-walled multilayer half-bearings. The test rig allows to produce in investigated samples the fluctuating bending stresses of adjustable mean and amplitude components. The bearing lining bending stresses alternate from tension to compression. Residual stresses resulting from manufacturing processes are also present. The test specimen is placed in the chamber filled with the lubricant of controlled temperature. Test procedure is performed in accordance with ISO 7905/4 recommendations.

Schematic view of head unit (click sketch to enlarge):

  1. specimen
  2. adjusting screw
  3. specimen fixture
  4. movable spec. fixture
  5. pusher
  6. roller follower
  7. eccentric
  8. heater
  9. compression spring

Photo of test rig:

Photo of test head:

Specification of the research method:

  • Fatigue load as fluctuating bending stresses of adjustable mean and amplitude components
  • Frequency of loading: up to 50 Hz
  • Frequency of oscillations: 0 - 50 Hz
  • Controlled temperature of oil in tester chamber
  • Controlled of specimen environment
  • Fatigue test sequence according to two-point strategy

Examples of the research:

  • KBN research projects:
    - 7 T07B 01409
    - 7 T07B 03319
    - 4 T07B 02928 and research on endurance limit of metallic multilayer slide bearing strips manufactured by Federal Mogul-Bimet Factory

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