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TU-Clausthal Institut für Tribologie und Energiewandlungsmaschinen

Tribo experiment

The parallel verification of the calculation programs with the results of experimental investigations is a central point in the philosophy for processing research projects at the ITR. Through constant contact and close cooperation with industry, all calculation tools must continuously prove themselves in practical applications. Turbomachinery of all sizes, from power plant turbines to exhaust gas turbochargers of thermal engines, are investigated under the most difficult operating conditions.

High-performance plain bearing test bench

Test bench for investigating tribological, fluid mechanical and rotordynamic properties

Measurement laboratory

Various measuring devices to extend research

Mixed friction test bench

Test bench for investigating mixed friction conditions

Planetary plain bearing test bench

Test bench for the investigation of highly loaded planetary plain bearings

Riffle-swivel test bench

Test bench for assessing ball bearings with regard to frictional corrosion wear under dynamic load ("permanent-pitch")

Rotor dynamics test bench

Test bench for investigations of the vibration behavior of the rotor and squeeze oil dampers

Vertical axial plain bearing test bench

Test bench for the investigation of axial plain bearings with vertical test setup

Rolling bearing test bench

Test bench for the investigation of white etching cracks in cylindrical roller bearings with slippage