Anti-Friction Bearing Fundamentals

Anti-friction bearings demystified: unveiling components, designs, and real-world applications.

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  • Duration Course Duration
    2 hours
  • Course level Course Level
    Intermediate
  • Language Language
    English
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Description

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!

What you will learn in this course
  • Explore the historical development of anti-friction bearings.
  • Comprehend the various functions of bearings in different applications.
  • Examine the key components that make up anti-friction bearings.
  • Differentiate between ball and roller bearings and their unique characteristics.
  • Determine the most suitable bearing for specific applications based on key criteria.
  • Gain a solid understanding of bearing theory, including friction and load management.
  • Learn about the importance of bearing lubrication and the types of lubricants used.
  • Familiarize yourself with essential bearing terminology and nomenclature.
  • Discover various bearing types, such as thrust, angular, and self-aligning bearings.
  • Dive into a wealth of additional knowledge on anti-friction bearings and their practical uses.
Who this course is for:
  • Mechanical engineering students, graduates, and professional engineers from various disciplines seeking to deepen their understanding of anti-friction bearings.
  • Maintenance Personnel: Maintenance technicians and mechanics working with machinery relying on anti-friction bearings, looking to enhance their knowledge of maintenance practices.
  • 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.
  • 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.
Curriculum
45 lessons
Duration 2 hours
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    Introduction
    4 lessons
    Duration 00:09:04
    Video lesson
    Course Overview
    Play video 00:01:57
    Video lesson
    Introduction
    Play video 00:03:19
    Video lesson
    History
    Play video 00:03:48
    Video lesson
    Introduction Quiz
    3D model 3 Quiz
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    Bearing Functions
    5 lessons
    Duration 00:08:41
    Video lesson
    Bearing Functions
    Play video 00:00:37
    Video lesson
    Friction
    Play video 00:03:58
    Video lesson
    Loads
    Play video 00:02:46
    Video lesson
    Guide Parts
    Play video 00:01:20
    Video lesson
    Bearing Functions Quiz
    3D model 7 Quiz
  • Expand course section
    Bearing Lubrication
    3 lessons
    Duration 00:06:36
    Video lesson
    Bearing Lubrication
    Play video 00:03:46
    Video lesson
    Lubricant Types (mineral oil, synthetic, animal, plant)
    Play video 00:02:50
    Video lesson
    Bearing Lubrication Quiz
    3D model 2 Quiz
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    Components
    2 lessons
    Duration 00:05:35
    Video lesson
    Components
    Play video 00:05:35
    Video lesson
    Components Quiz
    3D model 2 Quiz
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    Terminology
    6 lessons
    Duration 00:07:17
    Video lesson
    Terminology
    Play video 00:00:45
    Video lesson
    Alignment
    Play video 00:01:40
    Video lesson
    Single and Double Row
    Play video 00:01:28
    Video lesson
    Full Complement
    Play video 00:01:57
    Video lesson
    Floating Bearings
    Play video 00:01:27
    Video lesson
    Terminology Quiz
    3D model 7 Quiz
  • Expand course section
    Anti-Friction Bearing Types
    9 lessons
    Duration 00:13:51
    Video lesson
    Anti-Friction Bearing Types
    Play video 00:00:57
    Video lesson
    Movement Types
    Play video 00:01:49
    Video lesson
    Point and Line Contact
    Play video 00:01:15
    Video lesson
    Tapered or Non-Tapered
    Play video 00:01:08
    Video lesson
    Shields and Seals
    Play video 00:01:01
    Video lesson
    Shields
    Play video 00:02:15
    Video lesson
    Seals
    Play video 00:01:48
    Video lesson
    3D Shields and Seals
    Play video 00:03:38
    Video lesson
    Anti-Friction Bearing Types Quiz
    3D model 9 Quiz
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    Ball Bearings
    10 lessons
    Duration 00:18:59
    Video lesson
    Ball Bearings
    Play video 00:01:49
    Video lesson
    Single and Double Row
    Play video 00:01:06
    Video lesson
    Shallow and Deep Groove
    Play video 00:00:59
    Video lesson
    Thrust Ball Bearings
    Play video 00:00:51
    Video lesson
    Angular Contact Ball Bearings
    Play video 00:00:55
    Video lesson
    Conrad and Angular Contact Bearing Comparison
    Play video 00:00:59
    Video lesson
    Contact Angle
    Play video 00:00:55
    Video lesson
    3D Ball Bearing Summary
    Play video 00:07:33
    Video lesson
    3D Thrust Ball Bearing
    Play video 00:03:52
    Video lesson
    Ball Bearings Quiz
    Play video 6 Quiz
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    Roller Bearings
    10 lessons
    Duration 00:27:59
    Video lesson
    Roller Bearings
    Play video 00:04:08
    Video lesson
    Cylindrical Roller Bearings
    Play video 00:00:47
    Video lesson
    3D Cylindrical Roller Bearing
    Play video 00:05:02
    Video lesson
    Tapered Roller Bearings
    Play video 00:02:07
    Video lesson
    3D Tapered Roller Bearing
    Play video 00:03:46
    Video lesson
    Spherical Roller Bearings
    Play video 00:01:14
    Video lesson
    3D Spherical Roller Bearing
    Play video 00:03:25
    Video lesson
    Needle Roller Bearings
    Play video 00:01:47
    Video lesson
    3D Needle Roller Bearing
    Play video 00:05:43
    Video lesson
    Roller Bearings Quiz
    3D model 12 Quiz
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    Bearing Comparison
    3 lessons
    Duration 00:03:57
    Video lesson
    Bearing Comparison
    Play video 00:01:06
    Video lesson
    Bearing Chart
    Play video 00:02:51
    Video lesson
    Bearing Comparison Quiz
    3D model 2 Quiz
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    Final Thoughts
    2 lessons
    Duration 00:02:00
    Video lesson
    Final Thoughts
    Play video 00:02:00
    Video lesson
    Final Quiz
    3D model 50 Quiz
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    Refresher Lessons
    1 lesson
    Duration 00:05:24
    Video lesson
    Anti-Friction Bearings (Ball and Roller)
    Play video 00:05:24
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  • Duration Course Duration
    2 hours
  • Course level Course Level
    Intermediate
  • Language Language
    English
  • Device access Access on all devices
  • Quiz Quiz
  • Handbook Handbook
  • anti-friction bearing
  • bearing
  • online
  • video
  • course
  • training
  • e-learning
  • engineering