| 摘要 |
An elastomeric bearing for the flapping hinge of a helicopter is disclosed. The elastomeric bearing includes an outer race, an inner race, and an elastomeric element disposed therebetween. The outer race has at least one flange extending therefrom that includes a plurality of shear bolt holes such that a redundant load path is formed from one shear bolt hole to another. The elastomeric element is preloaded by applying a predetermined force to the outer race. |
