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THRUST BEARINGS

By:
Manojkumar M, 312217114060
In thrust bearings, the load acts along
the axis of rotation
Types of thrust bearings:

 A thrust bearing is used to guide or support the shaft which is subjected to a


load along the axi off the shaft. Such type of bearings are mainly used in
turbines and propeller shafts. The thrust bearing are of the following two
types :
 1. Foot step or pivot bearings
 2. Collar bearings.
Footstep / Pivot bearing:

In a foot step or pivot bearing, the loaded


shaft is vertical and the end of the shaft rests within
the bearing. In case of collar bearing, the shaft
continues through the bearing. The shaft may be
vertical or horizontal with single collar or many
collars

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