Stress Analysis of a Three-Layer Metal Composite System of Bearing Assemblies During Grinding

A mathematical model of the stress state of a three-layer metal composite system caused by cutting forces during grinding the working layer of the system is elaborated. The implementation of the model by using the finite-element method made it possible to assess the effect of structure of the system, the deformation properties of layer materials, and grinding conditions on the distribution and level of normal and tangential stresses in layers, which determine the load-carrying capacity of the system. The results of an analysis of stress fields can serve as a basis for determining the grinding conditions ensuring retention of the load-carrying capacity of the metal composite system.