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Propeller shaft
Applied in: Shipping
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Problem, idea and solution
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Problem
This is a propeller shaft of a yacht.
The shaft, fitted with bronze bushings, is mounted in the water using lubricated rubber bearings.
Sand, rotational tension corrosion and pitting affect the bronze.
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Solution
Revamo repaired the bushings by applying a high quality, seawater resistant coating by flame spraying. The coating was then impregnated in order to close any pores. The buses were ground and polished.
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Bearing fitting wear
A type of wear caused by insufficient lubrication or over-loading.
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Adhesive wear
A type of wear that occurs when components that slide over each other temporarily fuse together and break loose...
Specifications
| Principle dimensions (LxWxH): Ø282x2538mm | Base material: 2.1086 (CuSn10Zn) | Coating: Seawater resistant bronze |
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