摘要 |
The invention provides a bearing assembly 10 which includes a bearing mount, generally indicated by reference numeral 12, and a bearing 14. The bearing 14 is on the bearing mount 12 and is of a ceramic material. The mount 12 can typically be of metal. The bearing 14 can be of a moulded ceramic material. The bearing 14 can be cast to any desired shape or size depending on the application. The bearing 14 can be defined by a plurality of ceramic tiles or strips secured on the bearing mount 12. The bearing 14 can be secured on the bearing mount 12 by bonding. Instead, or in addition, the bearing 14 can be secured on the bearing mount 12 by any appropriate mechanical arrangement.
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