[FIGURE 1-2 OMITTED]When the magnetic bearings are energized, the motor and impellers, powermaticdrillpress which are keyed directly to the magnetic shaft, levitate. Permanent-magnetic bearings do the primary work, while digitally controlled electromagnets provide the fine positioning. powermaticdrillpress Four positioning signals per bearing hold the levitated assembly to a tolerance of 0.00002 in. As the levitated assembly moves from the center point, the electromagnets'' intensity is adjusted to correct the position. These adjustments occur 6 million times a minute. The software has been designed to automatically compensate for any out-of-balance condition in the levitated assembly.SHUTDOWNS AND POWER FAILURESWhen the compressor is not running, the shaft assembly rests on graphite-lined, radially located touchdown bearings. The magnetic bearings normally position the rotor in the proper location, preventing contact between the rotor and other metallic surfaces. If the magnetic bearings fail, the touchdown bearings (also known as backup bearings) are used to prevent a compressor failure.

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