Diagnostics of buggy vehicle transmission gearbox technical state based on modal vibrations

Abstract

This paper presents a diagnostics technique of beach buggy gearbox technical state based on the measurement of modal vibrations. It is well known that the vibration level of machine elements can be correlated to the technical state of the machine. The frequency analysis of vibration signals can be effectively used for the monitoring of the fault origination and development in rotating machinery. The proposed technique uses gearbox modal vibration data to identify and monitor developing faults in the buggy vehicle.