NKE FERSA and Nanoprecise launch AI-based condition monitoring solution for wind farm operations
The NKE Condition Monitoring system combines a six-in-one wireless sensor with an advanced AI-driven cloud-based platform.
December 5, 2024 | By MRO Magazine
[Credit: Nico/Adobe Stock] Nanoprecise, a Canadian predictive maintenance company, and NKE FERSA, an Austrian-based bearing manufacturer, have announced they are launching a new AI-based condition monitoring system for wind turbines.
The NKE Condition Monitoring System, equipped with Nanoprecise’s technology, combines a six-in-one wireless sensor with an advanced AI-driven cloud-based platform. This system reportedly monitors critical functioning parameters in wind turbines continuously, such as vibration, temperature, humidity, acoustic emission, speed and magnetic flux, providing broad and precise insights into the application’s performance.
The system contains Nanoprecise’s patented energy-centric condition monitoring solution, which is composed of a gen-AI powered platform and an edge AI-equipped six-in-one sensor. Combined with NKE FERSA’s expertise, the solution aims delivers predictive maintenance information tailored to the needs of wind farm operators.
“Bearing faults are responsible for the majority of wind turbine’s planetary gearbox downtime. With our patented wavelet neural network enabled algorithms, we are able to diagnose faults on individual components in a gearbox,” stated Sunil Vedula, Founder and CEO of Nanoprecise.
“This means we aren’t just monitoring the health of the turbines, but providing actionable insights that can dramatically reduce downtime, increasing the availability of wind turbines, and making green energy more affordable,” he added.
The NKE Condition Monitoring System will deliver rapid ROI for wind farm operators through:
- Comprehensive monitoring of wind turbine drivetrain applications
- Advanced predictive maintenance capabilities
- Quick and easy installation process
- Improved turbine performance and reduced downtime
- Extended equipment lifespan
Initially focusing on North American and European markets, NKE FERSA and Nanoprecise say they have plans for global expansion. The system will soon be available for wind farm operators worldwide, backed by comprehensive technical support that combines application knowledge, tribology, and vibration analysis expertise.
“Our partnership with Nanoprecise represents a fusion of NKE FERSA’s deep understanding of wind applications and Nanoprecise’s innovative maintenance solution,” stated FERSA’s CEO, Rafael Paniagua. “This collaboration allows us to offer wind farm operators a comprehensive solution that not only detects potential issues before they impact energy production but also significantly extends the lifespan of the equipment,” added Paniagua.
“This launch represents a significant step forward in wind turbine maintenance and efficiency,” added Hugo Santos, Chief Business Development Officer of FERSA. “We’re not just offering a product; we’re providing a solution that will contribute substantially to the growth and optimization of the renewal energy sector.”
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