Finite Element System Approach to EHL of Elliptical Contacts: Part II—Isothermal Results and Performance Formulas

Extensive isothermal solutions for elastohydrodynamic lubrication (EHL) of elliptical contacts under pure rolling are obtained by using the newly developed finite element system approach. The Hamrock-Dowson type of performance formula is revisited with these close-to-Newtonian results. Additional solutions are also compared with those obtained by a multi grid technique. The current solutions show good agreement with their existing counterparts.