Posted on 28 April 2012. Tags: equipment, failure, machinery, modal, response, structures, vibration analysis
Introduction Vibration analysis is an important and popular discipline within mechanical engineering and engineering mechanics. It typically involves predicting vibration in new equipment, or analyzing the vibration that occurs in existing machinery. Vibration analysis is a learned skill that becomes easier with experience. While there is much credence given to classroom study, there is much [...]
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Posted on 21 April 2012. Tags: condition monitoring, equipment, failures, machinery, measurements, predictive, preventative, rotating, vibration
Introduction Condition monitoring is the practice of monitoring parameters that determine the operating condition of machinery. This process predicts impending equipment failure by noting significant changes in machinery behavior. Condition monitoring is a significant component of predictive maintenance, where scheduled maintenance can be used to prevent equipment failure, before it occurs. The prediction of the [...]
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