An embedded system for real time vibration analysis

This paper presents a new μController-based embedded system devoted to vibration analysis for fault diagnosis in rotating machine. The developed system is based on advanced spectra methods, such as Wavelet and Fourier Transform, to emphasize the harmonic content of the considered signal thus facilitating early fault diagnosis. Suitable algorithms have been developed for such complex methods to run on a μC featuring limited computing resources. The cost and performance of our system are compatible with integration into industrial machines for continuous monitoring of their status. Moreover, the developed system is easily customizable and adaptable to a variety of automatic industrial machines.