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Hypergraph Contrastive Sensor Fusion for Multimodal Fault Diagnosis in Induction Motors

Ali, Usman, Zia, Ali, Ali, Waqas, Ramzan, Umer, Rehman, Abdul, Chaudhry, Muhammad Tayyab, Xiang, Wei

arXiv.org Artificial Intelligence

Abstract--Reliable induction motor (IM) fault diagnosis is vital for industrial safety and operational continuity, mitigating costly unplanned downtime. Conventional approaches often struggle to capture complex multimodal signal relationships, are constrained to unimodal data or single fault types, and exhibit performance degradation under noisy or cross-domain conditions. This paper proposes the Multimodal Hypergraph Contrastive Attention Network (MM-HCAN), a unified framework for robust fault diagnosis. T o the best of our knowledge, MM-HCAN is the first to integrate contrastive learning within a hypergraph topology specifically designed for multimodal sensor fusion, enabling the joint modelling of intra-and inter-modal dependencies and enhancing generalisation beyond Euclidean embedding spaces. Evaluated on three real-world benchmarks, MM-HCAN achieves up to 99.82% accuracy with strong cross-domain generalisation and resilience to noise, demonstrating its suitability for real-world deployment. MM-HCAN provides a scalable and robust solution for comprehensive multi-fault diagnosis, supporting predictive maintenance and extended asset longevity in industrial environments. NDUCTION motors (IMs) are essential to modern industrial systems, supporting sectors like manufacturing, energy, and transportation. However, faults in IMs can cause downtime, high maintenance costs, and substantial economic losses. As a result, fault diagnosis in IMs has become a focal point of research, with recent studies highlighting its importance in enhancing operational resilience and minimising financial impacts. IMs faults are broadly classified as either electrical, with stator faults comprising 28-36%, or mechanical, encompassing bearing (42-55%) and rotor (8-10%) failures [1].


GNN-ASE: Graph-Based Anomaly Detection and Severity Estimation in Three-Phase Induction Machines

Bentrad, Moutaz Bellah, Ghoggal, Adel, Bahi, Tahar, Bahi, Abderaouf

arXiv.org Artificial Intelligence

The diagnosis of induction machines has traditionally relied on model-based methods that require the development of complex dynamic models, making them difficult to implement and computationally expensive. To overcome these limitations, this paper proposes a model-free approach using Graph Neural Networks (GNNs) for fault diagnosis in induction machines. The focus is on detecting multiple fault types -- including eccentricity, bearing defects, and broken rotor bars -- under varying severity levels and load conditions. Unlike traditional approaches, raw current and vibration signals are used as direct inputs, eliminating the need for signal preprocessing or manual feature extraction. The proposed GNN-ASE model automatically learns and extracts relevant features from raw inputs, leveraging the graph structure to capture complex relationships between signal types and fault patterns. It is evaluated for both individual fault detection and multi-class classification of combined fault conditions. Experimental results demonstrate the effectiveness of the proposed model, achieving 92.5\% accuracy for eccentricity defects, 91.2\% for bearing faults, and 93.1\% for broken rotor bar detection. These findings highlight the model's robustness and generalization capability across different operational scenarios. The proposed GNN-based framework offers a lightweight yet powerful solution that simplifies implementation while maintaining high diagnostic performance. It stands as a promising alternative to conventional model-based diagnostic techniques for real-world induction machine monitoring and predictive maintenance.


Learning to Hear Broken Motors: Signature-Guided Data Augmentation for Induction-Motor Diagnostics

Ali, Saraa, Khizhik, Aleksandr, Svirin, Stepan, Ryzhikov, Artem, Derkach, Denis

arXiv.org Artificial Intelligence

The application of machine learning (ML) algorithms in the intelligent diagnosis of three-phase engines has the potential to significantly enhance diagnostic performance and accuracy. Traditional methods largely rely on signature analysis, which, despite being a standard practice, can benefit from the integration of advanced ML techniques. In our study, we innovate by combining ML algorithms with a novel unsupervised anomaly generation methodology that takes into account the engine physics model. We propose Signature-Guided Data Augmentation (SGDA), an unsupervised framework that synthesizes physically plausible faults directly in the frequency domain of healthy current signals. Guided by Motor Current Signature Analysis, SGDA creates diverse and realistic anomalies without resorting to computationally intensive simulations. This hybrid approach leverages the strengths of both supervised ML and unsupervised signature analysis, achieving superior diagnostic accuracy and reliability along with wide industrial application. The findings highlight the potential of our approach to contribute significantly to the field of engine diagnostics, offering a robust and efficient solution for real-world applications.


Temperature Estimation in Induction Motors using Machine Learning

Li, Dinan, Kakosimos, Panagiotis

arXiv.org Artificial Intelligence

-- The number of electrified powertrains is ever increasing today t owards a more sustainable future; thus, it is essential that unwanted failures are prevented, and a reliable operation is secured . Monitoring the internal temperatures of motors and keeping them under their thresholds is an important first step. Conventional modeling methods require expert knowledge and complicated mathematical appro aches . With all the data a modern electric drive collect s nowadays during the system operation, it is feasible to apply data - driven approach es for estimat ing thermal behaviors . In this paper, multiple machine - learning methods are investigated on their capa bility to approximate the temperatures of the stator winding and bearing in induction motors . The explored algorithms vary from linear to neural network s . For this reason, experimental lab data ha ve been captured from a powertrain under predetermined operating conditions. F or each approach, a hyperparameter search is then performed to find the optimal configuration. All the models are evaluated by various metrics, and i t has been found that neur al networks perform satisfactor ily even under transient c onditions. In [1], the percentage share of specific failures in induction machines has been presented .


A Multimodal Lightweight Approach to Fault Diagnosis of Induction Motors in High-Dimensional Dataset

Ali, Usman

arXiv.org Artificial Intelligence

An accurate AI-based diagnostic system for induction motors (IMs) holds the potential to enhance proactive maintenance, mitigating unplanned downtime and curbing overall maintenance costs within an industrial environment. Notably, among the prevalent faults in IMs, a Broken Rotor Bar (BRB) fault is frequently encountered. Researchers have proposed various fault diagnosis approaches using signal processing (SP), machine learning (ML), deep learning (DL), and hybrid architectures for BRB faults. One limitation in the existing literature is the training of these architectures on relatively small datasets, risking overfitting when implementing such systems in industrial environments. This paper addresses this limitation by implementing large-scale data of BRB faults by using a transfer-learning-based lightweight DL model named ShuffleNetV2 for diagnosing one, two, three, and four BRB faults using current and vibration signal data. Spectral images for training and testing are generated using a Short-Time Fourier Transform (STFT). The dataset comprises 57,500 images, with 47,500 used for training and 10,000 for testing. Remarkably, the ShuffleNetV2 model exhibited superior performance, in less computational cost as well as accurately classifying 98.856% of spectral images. To further enhance the visualization of harmonic sidebands resulting from broken bars, Fast Fourier Transform (FFT) is applied to current and vibration data. The paper also provides insights into the training and testing times for each model, contributing to a comprehensive understanding of the proposed fault diagnosis methodology. The findings of our research provide valuable insights into the performance and efficiency of different ML and DL models, offering a foundation for the development of robust fault diagnosis systems for induction motors in industrial settings.


Thermal Image-based Fault Diagnosis in Induction Machines via Self-Organized Operational Neural Networks

Kilickaya, Sertac, Celebioglu, Cansu, Eren, Levent, Askar, Murat

arXiv.org Artificial Intelligence

Condition monitoring of induction machines is crucial to prevent costly interruptions and equipment failure. Mechanical faults such as misalignment and rotor issues are among the most common problems encountered in industrial environments. To effectively monitor and detect these faults, a variety of sensors, including accelerometers, current sensors, temperature sensors, and microphones, are employed in the field. As a non-contact alternative, thermal imaging offers a powerful monitoring solution by capturing temperature variations in machines with thermal cameras. In this study, we propose using 2-dimensional Self-Organized Operational Neural Networks (Self-ONNs) to diagnose misalignment and broken rotor faults from thermal images of squirrel-cage induction motors. We evaluate our approach by benchmarking its performance against widely used Convolutional Neural Networks (CNNs), including ResNet, EfficientNet, PP-LCNet, SEMNASNet, and MixNet, using a Workswell InfraRed Camera (WIC). Our results demonstrate that Self-ONNs, with their non-linear neurons and self-organizing capability, achieve diagnostic performance comparable to more complex CNN models while utilizing a shallower architecture with just three operational layers. Its streamlined architecture ensures high performance and is well-suited for deployment on edge devices, enabling its use also in more complex multi-function and/or multi-device monitoring systems.


Intelligent Algorithms For Signature Diagnostics Of Three-Phase Motors

Svirin, Stepan, Ryzhikov, Artem, Ali, Saraa, Derkach, Denis

arXiv.org Artificial Intelligence

Traditional diagnostic methods for these engines predominantly rely on signature analysis, a technique that examines the engine's operational patterns to detect anomalies [1]. While signature analysis has become a de-facto standard due to its effectiveness, it has some substantial limitations, and the growing complexity of modern engines and the vast amounts of data they generate require more advanced and precise diagnostic frameworks [2]. At the same time, machine learning (ML) and artificial intelligence (AI) have emerged as essential tools integrated into various aspects of modern life, from recommendation algorithms [3] to healthcare [4] applications. The potential for advancement and innovation in these fields is immense. Despite this, the application of ML in industrial settings remains underexplored, primarily due to the scarcity of publicly available labeled datasets, especially with malfunctioning engines This lack of data poses significant challenges when transitioning ML solutions from experimental phases to full-scale production, especially given the complexities and variability of real-world conditions [5].


Fault Analysis And Predictive Maintenance Of Induction Motor Using Machine Learning

Venkatesh, Kavana, M, Neethi

arXiv.org Artificial Intelligence

Induction motors are one of the most crucial electrical equipment and are extensively used in industries in a wide range of applications. This paper presents a machine learning model for the fault detection and classification of induction motor faults by using three phase voltages and currents as inputs. The aim of this work is to protect vital electrical components and to prevent abnormal event progression through early detection and diagnosis. This work presents a fast forward artificial neural network model to detect some of the commonly occurring electrical faults like overvoltage, under voltage, single phasing, unbalanced voltage, overload, ground fault. A separate model free monitoring system wherein the motor itself acts like a sensor is presented and the only monitored signals are the input given to the motor. Limits for current and voltage values are set for the faulty and healthy conditions, which is done by a classifier. Real time data from a 0.33 HP induction motor is used to train and test the neural network. The model so developed analyses the voltage and current values given at a particular instant and classifies the data into no fault or the specific fault. The model is then interfaced with a real motor to accurately detect and classify the faults so that further necessary action can be taken.


Validation of artificial neural networks to model the acoustic behaviour of induction motors

Jimenez-Romero, F. J., Guijo-Rubio, D., Lara-Raya, F. R., Ruiz-Gonzalez, A., Hervas-Martinez, C.

arXiv.org Artificial Intelligence

In the last decade, the sound quality of electric induction motors is a hot topic in the research field. Specially, due to its high number of applications, the population is exposed to physical and psychological discomfort caused by the noise emission. Therefore, it is necessary to minimise its psychological impact on the population. In this way, the main goal of this work is to evaluate the use of multitask artificial neural networks as a modelling technique for simultaneously predicting psychoacoustic parameters of induction motors. Several inputs are used, such as, the electrical magnitudes of the motor power signal and the number of poles, instead of separating the noise of the electric motor from the environmental noise. Two different kind of artificial neural networks are proposed to evaluate the acoustic quality of induction motors, by using the equivalent sound pressure, the loudness, the roughness and the sharpness as outputs. Concretely, two different topologies have been considered: simple models and more complex models. The former are more interpretable, while the later lead to higher accuracy at the cost of hiding the cause-effect relationship. Focusing on the simple interpretable models, product unit neural networks achieved the best results: for MSE and for SEP. The main benefit of this product unit model is its simplicity, since only 10 inputs variables are used, outlining the effective transfer mechanism of multitask artificial neural networks to extract common features of multiple tasks. Finally, a deep analysis of the acoustic quality of induction motors in done using the best product unit neural networks.


Fault Diagnosis on Induction Motor using Machine Learning and Signal Processing

Samiullah, Muhammad, Ali, Hasan, Zahoor, Shehryar, Ali, Anas

arXiv.org Artificial Intelligence

The detection and identification of induction motor faults using machine learning and signal processing is a valuable approach to avoiding plant disturbances and shutdowns in the context of Industry 4.0. In this work, we present a study on the detection and identification of induction motor faults using machine learning and signal processing with MATLAB Simulink. We developed a model of a three-phase induction motor in MATLAB Simulink to generate healthy and faulty motor data. The data collected included stator currents, rotor currents, input power, slip, rotor speed, and efficiency. We generated four faults in the induction motor: open circuit fault, short circuit fault, overload, and broken rotor bars. We collected a total of 150,000 data points with a 60-40% ratio of healthy to faulty motor data. We applied Fast Fourier Transform (FFT) to detect and identify healthy and unhealthy conditions and added a distinctive feature in our data. The generated dataset was trained different machine learning models. On comparing the accuracy of the models on the test set, we concluded that the Decision Tree algorithm performed the best with an accuracy of about 92%. Our study contributes to the literature by providing a valuable approach to fault detection and classification with machine learning models for industrial applications.