Abstract:
A signal is derived corresponding to variations in the unidirectional current flowing in the external power lines to a direct current rotating machine. A second signal is derived from the first signal having a period equal to the period of revolution of a commutator divided by the number of commutator segments. The appearance in the second signal of peaks short in duration in relation to said period indicates a defect in commutation of current in the armature winding of the direct current machine.
Abstract:
Vibrations generated by objects impacting on the blades of the rotor of the engine are sensed by an accelerometer located on the rotor bearing mount. A peak detection circuit with a suitable decay time constant is provided for detection of the peaks in the signal from the accelerometer corresponding to peaks in the vibrations from the rotor. A level detection circuit is provided responsive to a predetermined level of the detected signal to actuate suitable indication means such as an alarm.
Abstract:
A distributed defect in one of a pair of meshing gears produces a modulation in amplitude of the component of the vibration signal which has the same repetition rate as the meshing frequency of the gears. The modulation has a frequency corresponding to the period of rotation of the gear with the distributed effect or a submultiple thereof. Detection of the modulation provides an indication of the existence, character and extent of the defect.