Ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene has been used as a bearing material in hip prostheses for many years, and though effective, the material has some drawbacks. As the material wears, it produces ...

When it comes to making the wheels turn on today's tractor-trailers, wheel bearings continue to play a critical yet unheralded role. Stemco explains that there are four critical wheel-end components: ...

(MENAFN- GetNews) What is A Center Support Bearing? In vehicles with a two-piece driveshaft, the center support bearing acts as a support mechanism for the middle or center portion of the shaft. The ...

The frictional properties of any plain bearing depend on the lubrication system. Either hydrodynamic or hydrostatic lubrication can provide low friction. Gas bearings have the lowest friction levels.