Original Article Theoretical investigation of a variable displacement vane-type oil pump

Variable displacement vane-type oil pumps represent one of the most innovative pump types for industrial applications, especially for engine lubrication systems. This article deals with a mathematical modeling method for theoretical per-formance investigation of a typical variable displacement vane-type oil pump. This theoretical model is based on the pump geometric design and dynamic analyses. It can be considered as a generation step for a deeper understanding of the pump operation as well as for effectively implementing the pump control mechanisms to satisfy the urgent demands of engine lubrication systems. The developed theoretical pump model is finally illustrated by numerical simulations