Numerical and analytical thermal study of pin and disk sliding contact

Abstract This study presents a numerical and analytical investigation of temperature distribution in the sliding contact of a pin on a disk structure, a phenomenon with various applications in industries such as automotive, aerospace, and industrial machinery. The research begins with an introduction to tribology, focusing on wear, friction, and sliding interactions, followed by the formulation of governing heat transfer and fluid dynamics equations to describe thermal behavior in contact regions. The influence of parameters such as speed, pressure, and material properties on temperature distribution is analyzed. Finite element analysis using Abaqus is employed to simulate the system, with results validated in confirmation of analytical solutions. Derived thermal behavior equations provide a foundation for designing and optimizing tribological systems. This work offers a comprehensive framework for understanding and improving the performance of sliding contact systems.