supplies blood to the anterior (front) parts of the scalp, ear, face, neck, and side of the head. Facial artery external maxillary artery supplies blood to the lower region of the face, mouth, and nose.
Axle bushing is an independent plain bearing that is inserted into a housing to provide a bearing surface for rotary applications; this is the most common form of a plain bearing.[8] Common designs include solid (sleeve and flanged), split, and clenched bushings.
In short a Thru Axle design incorporates a solid rod or hollowed shaft that passes directly through the hub and both legs of the fork or rear frame members. It is then secured to one side of the fork leg or rear frame member (typically on the brake rotor side) by a threaded mechanical connection.