The resultant pressure components and the stability characteristics of three grooved-bearing types have been determined for the case of near-center operation and non-compressible lubricants. The bearing parameters have been optimized in search of the best stability characteristics. The behavior at greater eccentricities and the use of gaseous lubricants have been dealt with in a qualitative way. Experiments are in agreement with the theory.
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