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Mechanical
Shaft Deflection Calculator
Calculates the midpoint or tip deflection of a rotating or static shaft under a transverse load, for both simply supported and cantilever configurations. Used by mechanical engineers to verify shaft stiffness and prevent bearing misalignment.
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Mechanical
Bearing Load Capacity Calculator
Estimate the L10 bearing fatigue life in hours given the dynamic load rating, applied load, and shaft speed. Used by mechanical designers to verify bearing selection and predict maintenance intervals.
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Key differences
| Shaft Deflection Calculator | Bearing Load Capacity Calculator | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Mechanical | Mechanical |
| Inputs required | 5 | 4 |
| Result | Maximum Deflection (mm) | Bearing Life (L10) (hours) |
| What it does | Calculates the midpoint or tip deflection of a rotating or static shaft under a transverse load, for both simply supported and cantilever configurations. Used by mechanical engineers to verify shaft stiffness and prevent bearing misalignment. | Estimate the L10 bearing fatigue life in hours given the dynamic load rating, applied load, and shaft speed. Used by mechanical designers to verify bearing selection and predict maintenance intervals. |