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Module 6. Materials & hardware

A self aligning bearing is a

  • angular bearing.
  • precision bearing.
  • radial bearing.

Explanation

A self-aligning bearing is a radial bearing whose outer race or rolling-element geometry (spherical) lets the inner race tilt relative to the outer, accommodating shaft misalignment while still carrying radial load. An angular-contact (precision) bearing is the opposite - it requires accurate alignment, so it is not self-aligning.

JD2016 asking:

Should angular not be the correct answer?

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