headerbearings
Headerbearings, also known as thrust bearings or axial bearings, are a type of rolling-element bearing designed to withstand axial loads. Unlike radial bearings which are designed to handle loads perpendicular to the shaft, headerbearings specifically manage forces that are parallel to the axis of rotation. They are crucial in applications where components are pushed or pulled along their rotational axis.
These bearings typically consist of two races, either ball or roller elements sandwiched between them, and
Headerbearings are categorized by the type of rolling element used. Ball headerbearings employ spherical balls, while
Common applications for headerbearings include automotive steering systems, screw jacks, and propeller shafts in boats. In