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Artificial neural network approach to predict the lubricated friction coefficient
Author(s) -
Echávarri Otero J.,
Guerra Ochoa E.,
Chacón Tanarro E.,
Lafont Morgado P.,
Díaz Lantada A.,
MunozGuijosa J. M.,
Muñoz Sanz J. L.
Publication year - 2014
Publication title -
lubrication science
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.632
H-Index - 36
eISSN - 1557-6833
pISSN - 0954-0075
DOI - 10.1002/ls.1238
Subject(s) - artificial neural network , friction coefficient , tribology , coefficient of friction , traction (geology) , computer science , point (geometry) , artificial intelligence , engineering , mechanical engineering , mathematics , materials science , geometry , composite material
This paper analyses the applicability of artificial neural networks for predicting the lubricated friction coefficient. We will consider their use as faster and simpler alternatives to simulations based on theoretical behaviour equations. The development of several different artificial neural networks is presented. They have been trained through tribological tests on a mini‐traction‐machine, which furnishes the friction coefficient in point contacts. Once the training has been completed the networks are applied as tools for predicting the results in different operating conditions. Their advantages and disadvantages are analysed compared with conventional simulation tools. Copyright © 2013 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.