COMBINATION CLAMPING AND BEARING SYSTEM

摘要

A self-acting combination clamping and bearing system is provided which comprises two members having confronting bearing surfaces, one of which is a bearing surface of suitable elastomeric material. The confronting surfaces of the two members are arranged in self-opposed relationship to constrain relative movement of the members. Passages are provided for the supply of fluid lubricant under pressure to the interface of the confronting surfaces. The lubricant pressure deforms the surface of the elastomeric member and forms a bearing profile so that the members are thereafter supported for relative movement on a load supporting film of fluid lubricant.