Failure Analysis: Chain Elongation and Gear Wear in Aerospace and Energy Systems
Forensic analysis of transmission chain elongation and gear wear. Identification of root causes, metric data, preventive measures and field checklist for technicians.
Root Cause Analysis
Expert root cause analysis articles covering failure investigation, diagnostic methodologies, and prevention strategies for industrial equipment.
Forensic Analysis of Thermal Relay Unnecessary Trip: Ambient Temperature, Load Profile and Dimensioning Errors
1. IntroductionA sudden production stop in a Dutch metal processing factory in the Rotterdam region was caused by the repeated activation of the thermal protection…
Root Cause Analysis: Premature Seal Failure in Industrial Hydraulic Cylinders
Forensic analysis of failures in hydraulic seals of industrial cylinders. Misalignment, contamination, and pressure peaks are evaluated with real data and practical guidance.
Root Cause Analysis: Solenoid Coil Meshing and Thermal Management in Aerospace and Energy Environments
Forensic analysis of the coil meshing of a 24 VDC solenoid valve in aerospace and energy environments. Investigation of thermal and electrical causes, corrective action…
Forensic Analysis of Linear Guide Rails: Wear Patterns Due to Contamination, Preload and Lubricant Shortage
Forensic analysis of an early failed linear guide rail due to lubrication shortage, contamination and assembly errors, including practical diagnostic checklist.
Root Cause Analysis: Oil Leaks on Gearboxes in the Machine Tool Industry
In-depth engineering analysis of the causes of oil leakage on machine tool gearboxes. Assembly errors, venting issues, and material selection are examined with practical solutions…
Forensic Failure Analysis: Shaft-Hub Connection and Keyway Failure Under Cyclic Alternating Load
Forensic Failure Analysis of a Splined Connection Under Cyclic Alternating Load Using the Example of Drive Components. Investigation of Fit Corrosion, Notch Effect and Tolerances…
Forensic Engineering Analysis: Root Cause Investigation of Transmission Belt Thermal Degradation in Industrial Drives
A forensic engineering investigation into transmission belt thermal failure, identifying root causes such as improper tensioning and misalignment, complete with diagnostic protocols and a field…
Root Cause Analysis: Chain Drive Elongation and Premature Gear Wear
Forensic analysis of elongation in chain drives and sprocket wear, evaluating root causes, vibration data, temperature and technical countermeasures.
Forensic analysis of centrifugal pump cavitation: NPSH calculation and vibration signatures
In-depth analysis of centrifugal pump cavitation, including NPSH calculations, vibration signatures, failure evidence and a practical checklist for technicians.
Root Cause Analysis: Increase in Play in Ball Screws (Reference FIBRO 2133.11.042)
Forensic analysis of axial play increase on a precision ball screw FIBRO 2133.11.042. Investigation of causes of preloading loss, contamination and lubrication failure in demanding…
Forensic Analysis of Linear Guide Rail Wear: Contamination, Preload Errors, and Lubrication Gaps
Forensic root cause analysis of a premature linear guide rail failure caused by contamination, preload errors, and lubrication breakdown.