Question

If we exclude the cost factor, which bearing is preferred?

(a) Hydrostatic

(b) Hydrodynamic

(c) Both are equally preferred

(d) Cannot be determined

I am struggling with this question from by my school teacher while I was bunking the class.

This concept-based question is from the Sliding Contact Bearings topic in Rolling Contact Bearings, Spur Gears and Helical Gears of Machine Design

Answer 1

The correct answer is (a) Hydrostatic

The explanation is: High load capacity, no starting friction and no rubbing action.