Stress-Strained State of the Thrust Bearing Disc of Hydrogenerator-Motor

In this article, the main causes of vibration in the thrust bearing of hydrogenerator motors rated 320 MW are considered. The main types of internal and surface defects that appear on the working surface of the thrust bearing disc during long-term operation are considered. A method of three-dimensional modeling of such defects is presented, and an assessment of the stress-strain state of the heel disc is proposed, taking into account the main forces acting on the working surface using the finite element method. An analysis of the possible further operation of discs with similar defects, in accordance with the technical requirements, is carried out, and we consider ways to eliminate them.