MOTOR-AXLE-MOUNTED BEARING Russian patent published in 2003 - IPC

FIELD: mechanical engineering; locomotive friction units. SUBSTANCE: motor-axlemounted bearing has two shells; one shell is provided with port; each shell includes steel supporting layer and bronze plates located on its inner surface. Pressed in holes of bronze plates are microporous polymer inserts which ensure continuity of lubricating film in loaded area. Circular seal made from polymer material and provided over ends of supporting layer is used for avoidance of leakage of lubricant from working zone. EFFECT: increased service life; saving of non-ferrous metals; facilitated procedure of manufacture. 2 cl, 1 dwg