Abstract: A rotating seal assembly, comprising: a first member having a circular hole passing therethrough; a second member having a circular shape, the second member being positioned such that an annular gap is present between the first and second members; a contacting member spanning across the annular gap, the contacting member being mounted to one or the other of the first and second members; at least one support assembly disposed on one of the first or second members, the at least one support assembly being mounted to the same member as the contacting member; and a sealing ring, wherein the support assembly holds the sealing ring against the contacting member, thereby pushing the contacting member against the opposite member to which the support assembly is attached.