Bearings are used in many of the machines we use on a daily basis. If bearings didn’t exist, we would constantly be replacing parts, which would inevitably slow down productivity. The bearing was designed with a simple concept in mind— objects can roll better than they can slide. Bearing design is based on the magnitude and direction of the load that they are intended to support.
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Aircraft wheel bearings, like all other parts of the aircraft, need proper care and maintenance in order to continue performing at the highest capacity, which means that they need grease. But, they can not just use any grease, and certainly not automotive grease. Your average sedan isn’t going to experience the same stresses and conditions that a commercial jetliner does. Aviation parts need aviation grease specially designed with certain applications in mind. So, with that being said, here are the top 3 aviation greases for the aircraft wheel bearings.
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