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Types of Bearings and Their Uses

Numerous rolling bearing types are classified according to their design features and uses. While the main load direction creates the distinction between radial and thrust bearings, the shapes of the rolling elements divide them into ball and roller bearings. Bearings are also classified by the manner in which the rolling bearings guide a shaft, for […]

28 October, 2022

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Do Ball Bearings Reduce Friction?

Ball bearings are often used for reducing friction within a mechanical assembly. Bearings can be categorized into three basic types: Ball & Roller Ball and Roller bearings are classified as anti-friction bearings because they rely on a rolling element between two surfaces to reduce friction. The anti-friction component is the rolling element of either a ball […]

08 July, 2022

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Sleeve Bearing vs. Ball Bearing

Sleeve Bearings Sleeve bearings, also known as plain bearings or “friction” bearings, are the oldest of all bearing technologies.  They are versatile bearings that can be used as a linear bearing, rotary, or a combination of both.Plain  or sleeve bearings are generally simple but can be complex in design – for example, a sleeve bearing […]

08 July, 2022

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How Do I Determine the Loads on a Bearing?

16 October, 2023

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Roller Bearing vs. Ball Bearing: What’s the Difference

17 October, 2023

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The Basics of Static Load Carrying Capacity in Bearings

11 May, 2023

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Tutorials

Bearing Selection Tips for Improved Efficiency and Reduced Costs

01 July, 2024

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Bearings

Needle Roller Bearing and Cage Design Criteria and Uses

01 July, 2024

8 min read

Bearings

New Bearing Supports for Lightweight Robot Construction

24 June, 2024

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Tutorials

Monorail Guidance Systems for Robots

10 June, 2024

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Tutorials

Bearing Coatings Explained

06 June, 2024

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Bearings

Solid Lubricants for Ball and Roller Bearings

02 June, 2024

13 min read

Bearings

Modular System for 7th Axis in Robotics

27 May, 2024

21 min read

Bearings

What is Tribology and How it Relates to Ball and Roller Bearings

15 May, 2024

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Bearings

A Guide to Robot Joint Bearing Design

08 May, 2024

15 min read

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