Smooth movement of kinetic sculptures

摘要

Combined needle roller/axial ball bearings are playing a key role in ensuring low friction, smooth, quiet movement of kinetic sculptures. Popular UK sculptor David Watkinson has opened up a new line of business by creating kinetic sculptures. "I've been a full time sculptor for the last 18 years, working from my home studio in Leeds," he explains. "Although most of my pieces are static, over the last four years I've developed three kinetic sculptures that are powered by the wind and small currents of warm air. All of these rely on combined axial and needle roller bearings, precision manufactured by Schaeffler."