S V Hi-Tech Bearing (India) Private Limited

Thrust axial fluid bearings are designed to support axial loads using a thin layer of pressurized liquid, which minimizes drag and allows for high-speed operation. These bearings are commonly used in applications where very high speeds or very low drag is needed, such as in the Zippe-type centrifuge. They are also used extensively in ships and power plants, particularly for turbine shafts. The fluid film between the rotating and stationary parts of the bearing ensures smooth operation and prevents metal-to-metal contact.

Journal radial fluid bearings, also known as journal bearings, are a type of plain bearing that supports radial loads by allowing a shaft to rotate freely within a supporting sleeve. They do not use rolling elements like balls or rollers to support the radial loads, but instead rely on a film of oil or lubricant to reduce friction and minimize wear. These bearings can be designed using hydrodynamic or hydrostatic technology, where the shaft 'floats' on a film of oil or lubricant, significantly reducing wear and vibration.