ZKL presented an innovative tapered roller bearing design at the Cadence User Conference 2026

During the two-day event, Cadence experts introduced the latest developments in simulation tools covering the Finite Element Method (FEM), multibody dynamics, flow simulations, and other advanced engineering simulation methods. A significant part of the programme was also dedicated to presentations by industrial and academic users, showcasing practical applications of simulation technologies in real engineering projects.
 

ZKL – Výzkum a vývoj (Research and Development) actively participated in the conference with a technical presentation focused on the analysis of rolling element behaviour in a tapered roller bearing using a simulation model developed in MSC Adams.
 

The presentation introduced a simulation model of a tapered roller bearing that enabled the optimisation of the contact between the roller end face and the flange. The optimised design delivers several practical benefits, including a shorter running-in period, reduced wear of both the flange and roller end faces, lower lubricant contamination, reduced operating temperatures, and ultimately a longer bearing service life. The presentation also demonstrated the crucial role that modern simulation tools play in bearing development and why they have become an integral part of ZKL's engineering processes for many years.
 

Being ranked among the three highest-rated user presentations confirms the high level of expertise of ZKL's development team and its ability to translate simulation results into practical design improvements that directly enhance bearing performance and service life.