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Which type of bearing is often the preferred method of shaft support in modern machinery?
Which type of bearing is often the preferred method of shaft support in modern machinery?
- Hydrodynamic bearings
- Anti-friction bearings (correct)
- Both hydrodynamic and anti-friction bearings
- None of the above
What are the main categories of bearings mentioned in the text?
What are the main categories of bearings mentioned in the text?
- Hydrodynamic and sleeve bearings
- Anti-friction and sleeve bearings
- Hydrodynamic, anti-friction, and sleeve bearings
- Hydrodynamic and anti-friction bearings (correct)
What are the advantages of hydrodynamic bearings in large heavy machinery?
What are the advantages of hydrodynamic bearings in large heavy machinery?
- They are easy to find off-the-shelf replacements for most applications
- They can handle extremely high loads and theoretically last forever (correct)
- They have a simple design and are cost-effective
- They are more efficient and have less sensitive lubricant needs
What is the basic design of a hydrodynamic bearing?
What is the basic design of a hydrodynamic bearing?
What are the key factors to consider for hydrodynamic bearings?
What are the key factors to consider for hydrodynamic bearings?