Encyclopedia of Tribology

2013 Edition
| Editors: Q. Jane Wang, Yip-Wah Chung

Radial Bearings

Reference work entry
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-0-387-92897-5_334

Synonyms

Definition

Radial bearings refer to bearings that support primarily radial loads. Typical examples of radial bearings are deep groove ball bearings, cylindrical roller bearings, and needle bearings.

Scientific Fundamentals

According to the type of load a rolling element bearing is designed to support, rolling element bearings are classified into radial bearings, angular contact bearings, and thrust bearings. Radial bearings are primarily used for supporting radial loads, although under some circumstances they are capable of carrying limited thrust loads. Radial bearings include deep groove ball bearings, cylindrical roller bearings, and needle bearings.

Deep Groove Ball Bearing

The deep groove ball bearing, shown in Fig.  1, is the most common bearing type. It includes an inner ring, an outer ring, a set of balls, and a retainer or cage. The inner and outer...
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References

  1. T.A. Harris, Rolling Bearing Analysis, 4th edn. (Wiley, New York, 2001)Google Scholar

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Authors and Affiliations

  1. 1.Timken Technology Center, The Timken CompanyCantonUSA