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Full Cylindrical Air Journal Bearing - Radial Load Capacity
Hi electricpete, Thank you for the prompt reply and the link to calculation for a hydrodynamic journal bearing. You are correct when you say that the angular distribution of the thickness of air-film (or oil) depends on the direction of load (shaft weight). In continuation to this, suppose...- rudiCORG
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- Forum: Bearing design, manufacture and maintenance
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Full Cylindrical Air Journal Bearing - Radial Load Capacity
Hi All, I would like to know if there is some difference in radial loading capability at different angular positions for a full cylindrical air journal bearing. This type of bearing is used to support shafts in air-bearing spindles. I am trying to understand in context of this figure (see link)...- rudiCORG
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