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Rolling bearing
(hereinafter called Bearing) comprises the raceway, rolling
element and cage (retainer) and is categorized into radial bearing
and thrust bearing depending on direction of load imposed, and
it’s also classified into ball bearing and roller bearing depending
on type of rolling element, and is further classified by shape
or particular use. Names of the parts of the typical bearings
are illustrated in Fig 1.1 and the types of normal rolling bearing
are described in Fig 1.2.
The rolling
bearing, compared with the sliding bearing, has the following
features.
(1) Less starting friction and few differences with dynamic
friction.
(2) Globally standardized and compatible and replaceable.
(3) A simple surrounding structure for easy repair and inspection.
(4) Generally longitudinal and axial load can be accommodated
simultaneously.
(5) Adaptable to high and low temperature.
(6) To enhance the rigidity, it can be used at the clearance
(preload) status. Each type of rolling bearing has its own
characteristics. The features are described in A10~A13 and
Chart 1.1(A14~A15)
