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Rolling Element Bearings
Figure 11-1, Mechanical Engineering Design , Juvinall & Marshek
Bearing Terminology
? Tapered Bore: Seat the bearing onto a tapered shaft or to accommodate
a tapered sleeve which can be used to fix a bearing to a shaft.
? Shields or Seals: Between the inner and outer rings to capture
lubricating grease around the balls and prevent intrusion of
contaminants.( Z-shield