How Sensors Help in Predictive Maintenance 🔹 Vibration Sensors – Detect misalignment, imbalance 🌡️ Temperature Sensors – Identify overheating risks 🔊 Acoustic Sensors – Listen for abnormal sounds 💧 Flow & Pressure Sensors – Monitor leaks and blockages ⚡ Electrical Sensors – Measure current, voltage fluctuations
Data Science Meets Predictive Maintenance 🧠 Supervised Learning – Historical failures → Predict future breakdowns 📈 Anomaly Detection – Identify deviations from normal patterns 📊 Time-Series Analysis – Forecast equipment behavior over time
Challenges in Predictive Maintenance ❌ Data Availability – Not enough failure data for training 📉 False Alarms – Incorrect predictions lead to wasted resources 🔄 Dynamic Operating Conditions – Machines operate under varying loads 🛠️ Interpretability – Engineers need to trust AI decisions
Case Study – Predicting Aircraft Turbofan Engine Failures ✈️ Problem: Unexpected turbofan engine failures lead to costly delays & safety risks 📊 Solution: Monitor vibration, temperature, and pressure sensors for real-time monitoring 🤖 AI Model: Trained on engine sensor data to detect early failure patterns 🚀 Outcome: 40% reduction in unplanned maintenance & improved engine reliability