Dynamic model assisted fault diagnostics of wind turbine gearbox. This project aims to develop novel condition monitoring methodologies for the gearbox of large horizontal-axis wind turbines which are

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Dynamic model assisted fault diagnostics of wind turbine gearbox. This project aims to develop novel condition monitoring methodologies for the gearbox of large horizontal-axis wind turbines which are widely installed in wind farms for generating renewable energy. This project expects to generate a new diagnostic framework by integrating dynamic model assisted simulations and digital twin-based approaches. Expected outcomes of this project include new vibration-based methods for fault diagnostics and predictions of the remaining useful life of turbine gearboxes. This should provide significant benefits to the Australian Wind Industry by ensuring reliable operation of wind turbines, reducing turbine downtime and reducing operation and maintenance costs; ultimately lowering the cost of energy from wind.. Scheme: Linkage Projects. Field: 4017 - Mechanical Engineering. Lead: Prof JC Ji