Differentiate between friction and antifriction bearings. Give one example of each type.

Differentiate between friction and antifriction bearings. Give one example of each type.

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friction bearings – are bearings in which the moving parts are contained in a shell or lining with adjacent surfaces separated by a film of oil or grease. i.e. have no moving parts .e.g. bushings and split or shell bearings

Anti-friction bearing –has a cage, give the lowest friction and are expensive. e.g. ball bearings and roller bearings.

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