Abstract: Bearing assemblies are provided that include a bearing having a split bearing body that includes a material such as a composite or a thermoplastic; and at least one recess configured for receiving a rotary seal assembly; and at least one rotary seal assembly comprising an energizing component. The bearing assemblies may further include at least two recesses and/or an energizing component that is an o-ring.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
December 28, 2009
Date of Patent:
January 31, 2017
Assignee:
Green, Tweed Technologies, Inc.
Inventors:
Gary E. Gibson, Jr., Craig Watkinson, Niles Hlavacek