Abstract-The relation between evolving mechanical faults in rotating electrical machines and their reflection in the machines' electrical parameters still requires a lot of research. This implies serious obstructions in the evolution of e.g. Motor Current Signature Analysis as a complete and reliable condition monitoring technology. This paper presents the translation of common bearing faults into specific rotor-stator movements using finite element modeling. Subsequently, a novel method to elucidate the complex relation between rotor movements and the electrical parameters of an induction machine using an experimental test setup is described, dimensioned and simulated. Replacing one of the induction machine's bearings with an Active Magnetic Bearing will give the opportunity to create specific rotor movements and consequently evaluate different programmable mechanical faults and their reflection in the stator current and/or voltage with high relevance and reproducibility.
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