Predictive Maintenance in Energy Facilities: The Financial Impact of Unplanned Downtime in Hydroelectric Power Plants Introduction: Where Does the Real Cost of Unplanned Downtime Begin? In energy production facilities, maintenance costs are often evaluated solely in terms of labor and spare parts expenses. However, the true cost begins the moment production stops. Particularly in continuously [...] Read More
Bearing Failure Detection through Vibration Analysis: Common Signals and Early Diagnosis Approaches in Hydroelectric Power Plant Equipment Introduction In hydroelectric power plants, turbine and generator bearings are critical components exposed to high loads and prolonged operating periods. Local defects in these bearings generate impulsive vibrations at each contact event. These impulses propagate through the dynamic [...] Read More
