Vibration Problems in Machines-Diagnosis and Resolution

1. Introduction
1.1 Monitoring and Diagnosis
1.2 Instrumentation
1.3 Mathematical Models
1.4 Machine Classification
1.5 Considerations for a Monitoring Scheme
1.6 Outline of the Text
1.7 Software
1.8 References
2 Data presentation
2.1 Introduction
2.2 Presentation Formats
2.3 Comparison with Calculations
2.4 Detection and Diagnosis Process
2.5 Concluding Remarks
Problems
References
3 Modeling and Analysis
3.1 Introduction
3.2 Need for Models
3.3 Modeling Approaches
3.4 Analysis Methods
3.5 Further Modeling Considerations
3.6 Summary
Problems
References
4 Faults in Machines (1)
4.1 Introduction
4.2 Definitions: Rigid and Flexible Rotors
4.3 Mass Imbalance
4.4 Rotor Bends
4.5 Concluding Remarks
Problems
References
5 Faults in Machines (2)
5.1 Introduction
5.2 Misalignment
5.3 Cracked Rotors
5.4 Torsional Excitation 
5.5 Nonlinearity
5.6 Instability
5.7 Interactions and Diagnostics
5.8 Closing Remarks
Problems
References
6.  Rotor-Stator Interaction
6.1 Introduction
6.2 Interaction through Bearings
6.3 Interaction via Working Fluid
6.4 Direct Stator Contact
6.5 The Morton Effect
6.6 Harmonics on Contact
6.7 Concluding Remarks
Problems
References
7. Machine Identification
7.1 Introduction
7.2 Current State of Modelling
7.3 Primary Components
7.4 Sources of Error/Uncertainty
7.5 Model Improvement
7.6 Application to Foundations
7.7 Imbalance Identification
7.8 Extension to Alignment
7.9 Future Options
7.10 Concluding remarks
Problems
References
8. Some Further Analysis Methods 
8.1 Introduction
8.2 Standard Approaches
8.3 Artificial Neural Networks
8.4 Merging ANNs with Physics-Based Models
8.5 Singular Value Decomposition
8.6 Other Useful Techniques
8.7 Concluding Remarks
Problems
References
9.   Case Studies
9.1 Introduction
9.2 A Crack in a Large Alternator Rotor 
9.3 Workshop Modal Testing of a Cracked Rotor
9.4 Gearbox Problems on a Boiler Feed Pump
9.5 Vibration of Large Centrifugal Fans
9.6 Low-Pressure Turbine Instabilities
9.7 Concluding Remarks
Problems
References
10. Overview and Outlook
10.1 Progress in Instrumentation
10.2 Progress in Data Analysis and Handling
10.3 Progress in Modeling
10.4 Expert Systems
10.5 Future Prospects
10.6 Summary
References
Solutions to Problems
Index