Detection of induction motor faults-combining signal-based and model-based techniques

Effective detection and diagnosis of incipient faults is desirable for on-line condition assessment, product quality assurance and improved operational efficiency of induction motors running off the power supply mains. In this paper, an empirical model-based fault diagnosis system is developed for induction motors using recurrent dynamic neural networks and multiresolution signal processing methods. In addition to nameplate information required for the initial set-up, the proposed diagnosis system uses measured motor terminal currents and voltages, and motor speed. The effectiveness of the diagnosis system is demonstrated through motor faults of electrical and mechanical origin staged in small and large motors.