> <<That is definitely what it is not. People call it that, but in reality, > brinelling is denting, not wear. > Google "Brinell Hardness Test". > Mitch.>> > I believe the discussion was related to wheel bearing damage in rail-transported vehicles that were tied down too tight. And here's the definition:
"A form of mechanical damage in which metal is displaced or upset without attrition. Permanent deformation of the bearing surfaces where the rollers (or balls) contact the races. Brinelling results from excessive load or impact on stationary bearings." Which fits the discussion perfectly. RLE ************************************** AOL now offers free email to everyone. Find out more about what's free from AOL at http://www.aol.com.
