As anyone with arthritis will know, cartilage plays a vital role in allowing our joints to move freely. Scientists have now replicated its qualities in a synthetic self-lubricating material, that only ...

Self-lubricating, sintered bronze and powder-metal alloy plain bearings feature high-precision, high-load capacity – to 1,422 lb/in.2; high speed – to 30,000 rpm; high temperature – over 1,000°F ...

Although many different types of plastics have properties which make them suitable for bearing applications, the most commonly used are phenolics, acetals, UHMWPE, and nylon. The major limitations ...

Composite bearings are employed in a diverse array of industries due to their strength, wear and friction characteristics, as well as their capacity to operate efficiently without the use of external ...