rollerssupported
Rollersupported is a mechanical engineering term used to describe a configuration in which a component or load is supported and guided primarily by rollers or rolling elements, enabling controlled, low-friction movement along a defined path. The concept emphasizes bearing-on-rollers rather than fixed supports.
The term is not universally standardized and may appear in product literature, machine design guidelines, or
Applications include conveyor and material handling systems with roller beds, roller-guided carriages in machine tools and
Key considerations include the type and size of rolling elements (ball, cylindrical, or needle rollers), load
Advantages of roller-supported designs are lower friction, smoother travel, and easier load transfer; limitations include potential
See also: roller bearing, linear guide, roller rail, and trolley system.