Real-Time Vibration Fault Detection in Rotating Machines Using Transformers to Minimize Production Losses in Industry 5.0: VIBT

Abstract

Quickly identifying anomalies in rotating machinery is crucial for safety and profitability in contemporary industry (Industry 5.0). Unidentified failures can cause costly malfunctions and production interruptions. This research proposes an innovative strategy based on Transformer for the analysis of multidimensional vibration events (VIBT), with a view to early and accurate detection of anomalies in rotating machinery. The goal is to minimize production interruptions in Industry 5.0. The study highlights the limitations of conventional vibration analysis approaches and traditional deep learning techniques, emphasizing the need for innovative solutions. VIBT incorporates transformers and a filter bank convolution (FBC) module for effective denoising, as well as an adaptive wavelet transformation (WTA) mechanism for dynamic feature fusion at various scales, thereby addressing the challenges posed by non-stationary and noisy signals. Extensive testing on the Mafaulda dataset reveals that VIBT achieves 98.1% precision and 98.8% accuracy, significantly outperforming existing standard models. The results suggest that VIBT not only improves fault detection capabilities but also optimizes maintenance strategies in industrial applications, paving the way for future research on semi-supervised learning based on transformers and the integration of intermodal data.