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The purpose of this paper is to develop the different phases of the implementation of vibration-based maintenance (VBM). Then, the focus will be on the first two stages, namely…
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Purpose
The purpose of this paper is to develop the different phases of the implementation of vibration-based maintenance (VBM). Then, the focus will be on the first two stages, namely, the inventory and feasibility study where each step will be translated into a very detailed implementation process through an industrial case study.
Design/methodology/approach
The study is based on a state of art on the implementation of the VBM; a survey of national and international experts in the field of VBM and finally an analysis of 30 years of VBM practice in a large Moroccan company in the field of chemical processing, via a collective approach called Diagnostic Court Autonome.
Findings
The study showed that improving productivity by reducing downtimes due to vibration defects through effective vibration monitoring is possible and investment in equipment and vibration monitoring personnel is largely justified in the company studied.
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This paper presents in detail the two preliminary phases with all procedures describing in a practical way the operating rules to apply and organize the roles of different actors. The work will be useful both to researchers and maintenance managers interested in structuring their vibration monitoring cells.
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Over 80 companies from throughout Europe and from the USA are already exhibitor‐listed in “Airmec News”, the preview for the biennial International Aircraft Maintenance…
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Over 80 companies from throughout Europe and from the USA are already exhibitor‐listed in “Airmec News”, the preview for the biennial International Aircraft Maintenance Engineering Exhibition & Conference, which return to the Zuspa Halls, Zurich, from 10–13 February 1981. This preliminary list alone clearly indicates the comprehensive nature of developments in the facilities, services and support equipment employed in the maintenance of civil and military aircraft. It includes not only the repair, overhaul, maintenance and testing of airframes, engines, avionics and other equipment, but also the refurbishing of interiors, maintenance planning and management techniques and other innovative aids to efficiency and economy.
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E. Lorna Wong, Timothy Jefferis and Neil Montgomery
This paper aims to present a case study where proportional hazards modeling software is used to evaluate the potential benefits of a condition‐based maintenance policy for…
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Purpose
This paper aims to present a case study where proportional hazards modeling software is used to evaluate the potential benefits of a condition‐based maintenance policy for military vehicle diesel engines.
Design/methodology/approach
Maintenance records for diesel engines were supplied by the UK Ministry of Defence. A proportional hazards model based on these data was created using EXAKT software. Covariate parameters were estimated using the maximum likelihood method and transition probabilities were established using a Markov Chain model. Finally, decision parameters were entered to create an optimal decision model.
Findings
Two significant covariates were identified as influencing the hazard rate of the engines. In addition, the optimal decision model indicated a potential economic saving of up to 30 per cent.
Practical implications
A model of this nature is particularly useful to predict failures, improve maintenance policies, and possibly reduce maintenance costs. In addition, the cost of implementing maintenance policies based on this model should be balanced with the potential to reduce the risk of danger to personnel.
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The model presented provides military personnel with a decision tool that optimizes the maintenance policy for diesel engines installed in military vehicles.
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AN ESAB A30A arc‐welding robot installed at the Kristine‐hamn works of Saab‐Scania in Sweden has reduced by 40% the time required to produce rear axles for the Saab 900 car, and…
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AN ESAB A30A arc‐welding robot installed at the Kristine‐hamn works of Saab‐Scania in Sweden has reduced by 40% the time required to produce rear axles for the Saab 900 car, and is expected to pay for itself in 24 months. By freeing skilled welders for tasks that cannot be automated, the robot has also averted an anticipated shortage of such labour if the 900 reaches its production target. Working conditions have meanwhile been vastly improved by separating welders from the fumes and spatter of the arc.
Hongyan Zhu, Pengzhen Lv, Xiaochong Wu, Yuansheng Wang, Wei Liu, Huagang Lin and Zhufeng Yue
This paper aims to propose a two-stage vibration isolation system for large airborne equipment to isolate aircraft vibration load.
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Purpose
This paper aims to propose a two-stage vibration isolation system for large airborne equipment to isolate aircraft vibration load.
Design/methodology/approach
First, the vibration isolation law of the discrete model of large airborne equipment under different damping ratios, stiffness ratios and mass ratios is analyzed, which guides the establishment of a three-dimensional solid model of large airborne equipment. Subsequently, the vibration isolation transfer efficiency is analyzed based on the three-dimensional model of the airborne equipment, and the angular and linear vibration responses of the two-stage vibration isolation system under different frequencies are studied.
Findings
Finally, studies have shown that the steady-state angular vibration at the non-resonant frequency changes little. In contrast, the maximum angular vibration at the resonance peak reaches 0.0033 rad, at least 20 times the response at the non-resonant frequency. The linear vibration at the resonant frequency is at least 2.14 times the response at the non-resonant frequency. Obviously, the amplification factor of linear vibration is less than that of angular vibration, and angular vibration has the most significant effect on the internal vibration of airborne equipment.
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The two-stage vibration isolation equipment designed in this paper has a positive guiding significance for the vibration isolation design of large airborne equipment.
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Hongyan Zhu, Xiaochong Wu, Pengzhen Lv, Yuansheng Wang, Huagang Lin, Wei Liu and Zhufeng Yue
Improvement and optimization design of a two-stage vibration isolation system proposed in this paper are conducted to ensure the device of electronic work effective.
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Purpose
Improvement and optimization design of a two-stage vibration isolation system proposed in this paper are conducted to ensure the device of electronic work effective.
Design/methodology/approach
The proposed two-stage vibration isolation system of airborne equipment is optimized and parameterized based on multi-objective genetic algorithm.
Findings
The results show that compared with initial two-stage vibration isolation system, the angular vibration of the two-stage vibration isolation system becomes 3.55 × 10-4 rad, which decreases by 89%. The linear isolation effect is improved by at least 67.7%.
Originality/value
The optimized two-stage vibration isolation system effectively improves the vibration reduction effect, the resonance peak is obviously improved and the reliability of the mounting bracket and the shock absorber is highly improved, which provides an analysis method for two-stage airborne equipment isolation design under complex dynamic environment.
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Bin Chen, Binsheng Xi, Nina Wan, Shuaibing Wang and Bo Tang
Because the nanocrystalline core is widely used in power electronic equipment, and the excitation waveform of its working mode is complex, the vibration at medium and high…
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Because the nanocrystalline core is widely used in power electronic equipment, and the excitation waveform of its working mode is complex, the vibration at medium and high frequencies cannot be ignored. Therefore, this study aims to study the vibration mechanism of nanocrystalline strip and the vibration characteristics of nanocrystalline magnetic ring under different excitation waveforms.
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First, the electromagnetic vibration mechanism between nanocrystalline strips is analyzed by finite element analysis, and the force of the magnetic ring with and without air gap is compared and analyzed. Then, the vibration of nanocrystalline magnetic ring under different excitation waveforms such as sine wave, triangular wave, symmetric rectangular wave and asymmetric rectangular wave is analyzed by experimental method. The acceleration time domain waveform measured by the experiment is analyzed by fast Fourier transform, and the vibration is analyzed according to the spectrum.
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Because of the increase of magnetic flux leakage, the volume force density and the Maxwell force on the surface of the nanocrystalline magnetic ring will increase after the air gap is opened, resulting in the intensification of vibration. Under symmetric/asymmetric rectangular wave excitation, the vibration acceleration varies with the duty cycle. Due to the influence of harmonic excitation, the relationship between the main frequency of vibration and the excitation frequency is not two times, and its multiple decreases with the increase of excitation frequency.
Originality/value
The research and analysis of this paper can promote the application of new magnetic materials in electrical equipment in small and medium-sized and medium- to high-frequency fields.
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Zimou Tang, Min Yang, Jianxiong Xiao, Zheng Shen, Liming Tang and Jibin Wang
This paper aims to present an engineering computational method for fatigue life evaluation of welded structures on large-scale equipment under random vibration load.
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Purpose
This paper aims to present an engineering computational method for fatigue life evaluation of welded structures on large-scale equipment under random vibration load.
Design/methodology/approach
Based on a case study of the traction transformers, virtual fatigue test (VFT) was proposed via numerical simulation approach. Static analysis was conducted to identify the risky zone and then dynamic response of the risky welds under random vibration load was calculated based on frequency-domain structural stress method (FDSSM) theory, life distribution and associated survivability at various locations of the structure were obtained. Structural modification was finally performed according to the evaluation results. Moreover, experimental test was carried out and compared with the virtual test result.
Findings
By applying the virtual test, fatigue life of the complex welded structures on large-scale equipment can be accurately and efficiently obtained considering dynamic effect under random vibration load. Meanwhile, risky welds can be directly determined and targeted modification scheme can be accordingly concluded. Validity of the VFT result was proved by comparing with the experimental test.
Originality/value
The proposed method can help obtain equivalent structural stress and fatigue life distribution of the welded structure at any position with various survivability and make quantitative evaluation on the life-extending effect of the structural modification. This method shows significant cost and efficiency advantages over experimental test during design stage of the large-scale structures in numerous manufacturing industries.
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