Techniques for the Early Detection of Rolling Element Bearing Failures

RCA has developed a unique technique for the early detection and identification of rolling element bearing failures within gearboxes. This unique technique is not dependent upon any previous measurement taken on the gearbox under test and does not require the collection of data over a lengthy time period for trend analysis. A hand-held analyzer has been constructed that successfully detects minor spalling damage in the ball and roller bearings in a variety of gearboxes.