Abstract
The use of dual-elastomeric materials for minimizing the level of extrusion in a thick-section seal is examined. A thick-walled cylindrical seal made from a combination of conventional carbon-black-reinforced elastomer and a fibre-reinforced elastomer is considered. The deformation of the seal and the evolution of the contact pressure are determined by a combination of experimental test and detailed non-linear finite element analysis. The results show that the level of extrusion in the dual-elastomer seal is significantly less than that in conventional single-elastomer seals. The implications of the results for the design of packing elements used in the oil and gas industry are discussed.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 29-40 |
| Number of pages | 12 |
| Journal | Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers. Part L, Journal of Materials - Design and Applications |
| Volume | 215 |
| Publication status | Published - 2001 |
Keywords
- seals
- elastomer
- fibre-reinforced composites
- extrusion
- contact pressure
- bridge plugs and packers
- finite element analysis
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