摘要 |
<p>A fluid thrust bearing comprising a thrust runner (10), a thrust plate (28) and a compliant foil bearing located between them. The foil bearing comprises a thrust disc 14 having a series of compliant foils (16) and an underspring (22). The underspring (22) has a corresponding series of tabs (32) which are formed with bumps (24) extending towards the thrust disc (14).</p> |