[TowerTalk] Thrust Bearings

[Wilson]

Can we get this terminology right?
Thrust bearings take AXIAL loads off members, like the prop shaft on a ship.
They don’t take lateral loads as a main function.
Yes, there are some ball and roller bearings with tilted races that can take some lateral load.
I don’t know if they have a special name?
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thrust_bearing
Even your auto’s crankshaft has a thrust bearing!
WL