Anti-Friction Bearing Fundamentals
Anti-friction bearings demystified: unveiling components, designs, and real-world applications.
- anti-friction bearing
- anti-friction
- bearing
- components
- designs
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Delve into the fascinating world of anti-friction bearings, where you'll explore their rich history, fundamental principles, and the science behind their design. By understanding the basics of anti-friction bearings, you'll gain valuable insights into their numerous applications across a wide range of industries, from automotive to aerospace and beyond.
Throughout this course, we will not only discuss the various types of anti-friction bearings but also examine their key components, the importance of materials used, and the factors that contribute to their efficiency and durability. Additionally, we'll cover the essential criteria for selecting the right bearings for specific applications and the role they play in optimizing the performance of the systems they support.
Every engineer, regardless of their field of expertise, should possess a solid understanding of anti-friction bearings, as these components are critical to the functionality of countless machines and devices. By the end of this course, you'll have a newfound appreciation for these unsung heroes of engineering and a strong foundation in their design and use.
Hope to see you on the course!
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Explore the historical development of anti-friction bearings.
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Comprehend the various functions of bearings in different applications.
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Examine the key components that make up anti-friction bearings.
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Differentiate between ball and roller bearings and their unique characteristics.
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Determine the most suitable bearing for specific applications based on key criteria.
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Gain a solid understanding of bearing theory, including friction and load management.
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Learn about the importance of bearing lubrication and the types of lubricants used.
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Familiarize yourself with essential bearing terminology and nomenclature.
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Discover various bearing types, such as thrust, angular, and self-aligning bearings.
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Dive into a wealth of additional knowledge on anti-friction bearings and their practical uses.
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Mechanical engineering students, graduates, and professional engineers from various disciplines seeking to deepen their understanding of anti-friction bearings.
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Maintenance Personnel: Maintenance technicians and mechanics working with machinery relying on anti-friction bearings, looking to enhance their knowledge of maintenance practices.
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Designers and Developers: Product designers and developers aiming to incorporate bearings into their designs for improved functionality and efficiency, seeking to understand bearing applications and design principles.
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Industry Management: Managers and supervisors in industries heavily reliant on machinery, interested in proper bearing selection and maintenance for optimal operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
2 hours
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Introduction4 lessons
00:09:04
Course Overview
00:01:57
Introduction
00:03:19
History
00:03:48
Introduction Quiz
3 Quiz
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Bearing Functions5 lessons
00:08:41
Bearing Functions
00:00:37
Friction
00:03:58
Loads
00:02:46
Guide Parts
00:01:20
Bearing Functions Quiz
7 Quiz
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Bearing Lubrication3 lessons
00:06:36
Bearing Lubrication
00:03:46
Lubricant Types (mineral oil, synthetic, animal, plant)
00:02:50
Bearing Lubrication Quiz
2 Quiz
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Components2 lessons
00:05:35
Components
00:05:35
Components Quiz
2 Quiz
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Terminology6 lessons
00:07:17
Terminology
00:00:45
Alignment
00:01:40
Single and Double Row
00:01:28
Full Complement
00:01:57
Floating Bearings
00:01:27
Terminology Quiz
7 Quiz
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Anti-Friction Bearing Types9 lessons
00:13:51
Anti-Friction Bearing Types
00:00:57
Movement Types
00:01:49
Point and Line Contact
00:01:15
Tapered or Non-Tapered
00:01:08
Shields and Seals
00:01:01
Shields
00:02:15
Seals
00:01:48
3D Shields and Seals
00:03:38
Anti-Friction Bearing Types Quiz
9 Quiz
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Ball Bearings10 lessons
00:18:59
Ball Bearings
00:01:49
Single and Double Row
00:01:06
Shallow and Deep Groove
00:00:59
Thrust Ball Bearings
00:00:51
Angular Contact Ball Bearings
00:00:55
Conrad and Angular Contact Bearing Comparison
00:00:59
Contact Angle
00:00:55
3D Ball Bearing Summary
00:07:33
3D Thrust Ball Bearing
00:03:52
Ball Bearings Quiz
6 Quiz
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Roller Bearings10 lessons
00:27:59
Roller Bearings
00:04:08
Cylindrical Roller Bearings
00:00:47
3D Cylindrical Roller Bearing
00:05:02
Tapered Roller Bearings
00:02:07
3D Tapered Roller Bearing
00:03:46
Spherical Roller Bearings
00:01:14
3D Spherical Roller Bearing
00:03:25
Needle Roller Bearings
00:01:47
3D Needle Roller Bearing
00:05:43
Roller Bearings Quiz
12 Quiz
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Bearing Comparison3 lessons
00:03:57
Bearing Comparison
00:01:06
Bearing Chart
00:02:51
Bearing Comparison Quiz
2 Quiz
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Final Thoughts2 lessons
00:02:00
Final Thoughts
00:02:00
Final Quiz
50 Quiz
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Refresher Lessons1 lesson
00:05:24
Anti-Friction Bearings (Ball and Roller)
00:05:24
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Course Duration
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