Question 85Steam Plants - QMED

The correct answer is B) Precision insert, split-half journal bearing. This type of bearing is commonly used in marine applications, such as those found on vessels operated by the US Coast Guard. A precision insert, split-half journal bearing consists of two halves that surround the shaft, with a precision-machined insert lining the bearing surface. This design allows for easy installation and maintenance, while providing a durable and reliable bearing solution. The other answer choices are incorrect because: A) a single piece bushing is a simpler design without the split-half construction, C) a tilting pad journal bearing has a different internal mechanism, and D) a precision-insert, split-half thrust bearing is designed to handle axial loads, rather than radial loads like a journal bearing.