Predictive Maintenance of Induction Motors using Deep Learning : Anomaly Detection using an Autoencoder Neural Network and Fault Classification using a Convolutional Neural Network

Sammanfattning: With the fast evolution of the Industry 4.0, the increased use of sensors and the rapid development of the Internet of Things (IoT), and the adoption of artificial intelligence methods, smart factories can automate their processes to vastly improve their efficiency and production quality. However, even the most well cared-for machines develop faults eventually. Given that Prognostics and Health Management (PHM) is an indispensable aspect for proper machine performance, Predictive Maintenance (PdM) is an emerging topic within maintenance methodologies whose aim is to predict failure prior to occurrence with the goal of scheduling maintenance only when needed. As data can be collected faster than ever before, deep learning is an effective tool that can leverage big data for data-driven fault diagnosis methodologies. This thesis explores two different fault diagnosis methodologies associated with predictive maintenance: an anomaly detection using an Autoencoder Neural Network, and a fault classifier using a Convolutional Neural Network (CNN). The system under analysis is a 3phase AC induction motor commonly used in industry. Results show great performance and indicate the viability for the implementation of both methods in production applications.