Papers

2020-Present

• “Ekofisk Revisited – Bearing Optimization for Improved Rotor Stability,”
  Edgar J. Gunter, 2020.
  Topics: Compressors, Squeeze Film Dampers

2010-2019

• “Analysis and Bearing-Damper Redesign for a $100 Million High Pressure Compressor Failure,”
  Edgar J. Gunter & Brian K. Weaver, 2017.
  Topics: Bearings, Compressors, Rotordynamics, Squeeze Film Dampers, Stability
• “Kaybob Revisited: What We Have Learned About Compressor Stability From Self-excited Whirling,”
  Edgar J. Gunter & Brian K. Weaver, 2016.
  Topics: Compressors, Squeeze Film Dampers, Whirl Motion

2000-2009

• “Stability Analysis of a High-Speed Seal Test Rotor With Marginal and Extended Squeeze-Film Dampers,”
  M. P. Proctor & E. J. Gunter, 2007.
  Topics: Squeeze Film Dampers, Stability, Whirl Motion
• “Whirl Motion of a Seal Test Rig With Squeeze-Film Dampers,”
  E. J. Gunter & M. P. Proctor, 2007.
  Topics: Squeeze Film Dampers, Stability, Whirl Motion
• “Nonlinear Whirl Response Of A High-Speed Seal Test Rotor With Marginal And Extended Squeeze-Film Dampers,”
  M. P. Proctor & E. J. Gunter, 2005.
  Topics: Rotordynamics, Squeeze Film Dampers, Whirl Motion

1990-1999

• “Linear and Nonlinear Unbalance Response of Cooper 8-Stage Compressor With A Squeeze Film Damper Support at the Non-Drive End,”
  E. J. Gunter, R. W. Armentrout & P. Allaire, 1998.
  Topics: Balancing, Compressors, Squeeze Film Dampers
• “Design and Application of Squeeze Film Dampers in Rotating Machinery,”
  Fouad Y. Zeidan, Luis San Andres & John M. Vance, 1996.
  Topics: Squeeze Film Dampers
• “The Design and Application of a Squeeze Film Damper Bearing To a Flexible Steam Turbine Rotor,”
  M. E. Leader, J. K. Whalen, G. G. Grey & T. D. Hess Jr., 1995.
  Topics: Squeeze Film Dampers, Turbines and Generators

1980-1989

• “The Optimal Design of Squeeze Film Dampers for Flexible Rotor Systems,”
  W. J. Chen, M. Rajan, S. D. Rajan & H. D. Nelson, 1988.
  Topics: Squeeze Film Dampers
• “Engine Dynamic Analysis with General Nonlinear Finite-Element Codes, Part 1: Overall Approach and Development of Bearing Damper Element,”
  M. L. Adams, J. Padovan & D. G. Fertis, 1982.
  Topics: Squeeze Film Dampers
• “Unbalance Response of a Two Spool Gas Turbine With Squeeze Film Dampers,”
  E. J. Gunter, D. F. Li & L. E. Barrett, 1981.
  Topics: Rotordynamics, Squeeze Film Dampers

1970-1979

• “A Finite Length Bearing Correction Factor for Short Bearing Theory,”
  L. E. Barrett, P. E. Allaire & E. J. Gunter, 1979.
  Topics: Bearings, Squeeze Film Dampers
• “Design of Nonlinear Squeeze-Film Dampers for Aircraft Engines,”
  E. J. Gunter, L. E. Barrett & P. E. Allaire, 1977.
  Topics: Squeeze Film Dampers, Turbines and Generators
• “Variational Method For Finite Length Squeeze Film Damper Dynamics with Applications,”
  P. E. Allaire, L. E. Barrett & E. J. Gunter, 1977.
  Topics: Squeeze Film Dampers
• “Stabilization of Turbomachinery With Squeeze Film Dampers – Theory and Applications,”
  E. J. Gunter, L. E. Barrett & P. E. Allaire, 1976.
  Topics: Squeeze Film Dampers, Stability, Turbines and Generators
• “Design and Application of Squeeze Film Dampers for Turbomachinery Stabilization,”
  E. J. Gunter, L. E. Barrett & P. E. Allaire, 1975.
  Topics: Squeeze Film Dampers, Turbines and Generators
• “Design of a Squeeze Film Damper for a Multi-Mass Flexible Rotor,”
  R. E. Cunningham, D. P. Fleming & E. J. Gunter, 1975.
  Topics: Squeeze Film Dampers, Turbines and Generators
• “Design of An Oil Squeeze Film Damper Bearing For a Multimass Rotor Bearing System,”
  R. E. Cunningham, E. J. Gunter & D. P. Fleming, 1975.
  Topics: Squeeze Film Dampers
• “Steady-State and Transient Analysis of a Squeeze film Damper Bearing for Rotor Stability,”
  L. W. Barrett & E. J. Gunter, 1975.
  Topics: Bearings, Squeeze Film Dampers