Parametric ANALYSIS of Rolling Contact Bearings Using ANSYS Workbench: 3D FEM ON THE BEARING

Rolling-element bearings are critical mechanical components widely used in rotating machinery to support radial and axial loads while minimizing friction. These bearings consist of balls or rollers positioned between specially designed raceways that conform to the geometry of the rolling elements. During operation, the applied loads induce elastic deformation at the contact interfaces between the rolling elements and raceways, significantly influencing bearing performance, durability, and reliability. This book presents a comprehensive study of the contact mechanics and stress analysis of rolling-element bearings. Emphasis is placed on evaluating pressure distribution, contact stresses, and deformation characteristics by considering important bearing parameters such as curvature, roller geometry, and loading conditions. Advanced numerical modeling and simulation techniques are employed to investigate these aspects.The design, modeling, and structural analysis of rolling-element bearings are carried out using ANSYS Workbench, providing readers with practical insights into finite element analysis (FEA) applications in bearing engineering.