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This patent describes a bearing device in which the bearing raceway element is made of a ceramic composite (including iron-silicon-chromium, silicon carbide, and silicon oxycarbide) and is securely but removably attached to a carrier element made of lightweight metals like titanium, magnesium, or aluminum. The bearing device can be produced using cost-effective forming methods such as extrusion, molding, or pressing, and allows for surface treatments that improve hardness, durability, and resistance to wear.

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• High-efficiency bearings for automotive engines, such as camshafts or crankshafts
• Bearings in electric motors or generators where low weight and durability are important
• Precision machinery, robotics, or aerospace applications requiring robust and lightweight bearings
• Bearings for environments exposed to high wear or temperature, such as manufacturing equipment

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• Increased efficiency and lifespan compared to conventional bearing materials due to high hardness and wear resistance
• Lightweight construction due to the use of titanium, magnesium, or aluminum in the carrier element
• Removable and replaceable bearing raceways allow for easy maintenance and reduced replacement costs
• Manufacturing methods require lower temperatures, reduce tool wear, and enable cost-effective mass production
• Customizable material composition provides tunable properties such as hardness and toughness to fit specific application needs

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Patent Abstract

The bearing device comprises a carrier element (34) and a raceway element (36). A main region (38) is formed from a ceramic and is provided with a fixing unit (40) for securing the raceway element at the carrier element. The main region is formed from iron-silicon-chromium, silicon carbide or silicon oxycarbide. The carrier element is made of titanium, magnesium or aluminum. Independent claims are included for the following: (1) assembly method of bearing device; and (2) manufacturing method of bearing device.