Engine 2014: Steam Plants

1. A The thickness of the filler piece behind the pivotal-shoes  is adjusted to obtain a more accurate fit.
2. B Clearances are automatically adjusted to the correct value  when wear occurs.
3. C The shoes tilt slightly thereby allowing the formation of a wedge shaped oil film under a thrust load.
4. D The shoes pivot, thus remaining parallel with the collar when thrust loads are applied.

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