Machinery Vibration: Measurement and Analysis - Hardcover

by Victor Wowk (Author)

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A practical, hands-on'' approach to vibration analysis and measurement


Presents, in a single source, a practical, hands-on'' approach to vibration analysis and measurement, field balancing and shaft alignment, and how to understand and solve typical vibration problems. It covers balancing, resonance, gears and bearings, structural vibration, isolation, alignment, instruments, diagnostics, and trending. Includes extensive coverage of the FFT spectrum analyzer as well as numerous fixes'' to help solve immediate vibration problems. Presents principles applicable to all mechanical equipment as well as many case histories covering various mechanical devices such as fans, common motors, and pumps.

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Ninety percent of all machine failures are signaled months, even years, in advance by changes in machine vibrations. Some future failures are even predictable upon initial start-up. By understanding a machine's vibration "signature," you can diagnose, solve, and prevent problems, as well as reduce the cost of maintenance. Machinery Vibration: Measurement and Analysis will show you how to use state-of-the-art instrumentation, tranducers and fast Fourier transform (FFT) spectrum analyzers-to monito machine conditions using the vibration signature. This expert sourcebook includes: Case histories that illustrate strategies for solving machinery problems-from unblanaces and misalignments to vortex flow and turbulence. A diagnostic chart for assessing the severity of vibration. An overview of technology used in 'trending' machine performance. Guidelines for setting up a vibration monitoring system. Many illustrations throughout the book. Whether you're a plant or mechanical engineer, maintenance engineer, facility manager, mechanic, or technician, this excellent book will enable you to troubleshoot mechanical problems and improve machinery performance.

Author Biography

Victor Wowk, a registered professional engineer, is the President of Machine Dynamics, Inc., an engineering firm specializing in machinery vibrations, based in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He has extensive field experience in vibration analysis, which includes machinery diagnostics and applying corrective techniques. Mr Wowk is an instructor for both in-plant and public Machinery Vibration Workshops.