Experimental study on the lubricated oil film pressure of the connecting-rod big end bearing in the experimental device

This paper presents the experimental study of the lubricating oil film pressure of the connecting-rod big end bearing in the special device for the lubricating condition of the connecting-rod big end bearing. A connecting-rod model of photoelastic material is subjected to simulated load as in an engine. The oil film pressure is measured at different positions in the circumferential direction and the mid-section in length by a pressure sensor located on the shaft.