Steam Plants (Boilers & Turbines) USCG Question #227 (Set 8)

Which of the journal bearings listed most easily accommodates the minor turbine shaft misalignment?

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option C — Spherically seated bearings

Spherically seated bearings feature a curved outer shell resting in a matching spherical housing. This geometry allows the bearing to pivot and self-align, easily accommodating minor shaft deflections and angular misalignments during operation.

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