bearings

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Over two visits to the new building, getting my physical bearings mattered less and less as I surrendered to the generative sensations of not knowing.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 22, 2026

I took my iPhone and our decrepit vacuum into my workshop after supper, googled “Kenmore Progressive vacuum noisy” and found what I wanted—a YouTube video showing how to replace the motor bearings.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 12, 2026

Potential uses include micro and nanoelectromechanical systems, where wear limits device lifespan, as well as magnetic bearings, vibration isolation systems, and ultra-thin magnetic materials where motion and magnetism are closely linked.

From Science Daily • Mar. 22, 2026

Robots will also be a tailwind for other chip companies, and suppliers of sensors, actuators, bearings, magnets, motors, batteries, and more, says Jonas.

From Barron's • Feb. 6, 2026

He stood at a rise in the road and tried to take his bearings in the twilight.

From "The Road" by Cormac McCarthy