Simulation of Electro-Hydraulic Systems Taking Into Account Typical Faults

Abstract

In order to increase efficiency of diagnostics of electro-hydro-mechanical systems (EHMS) it is advisable to have simulation models of typical faults. Such approach makes it possible to estimate in advance, even at the stage of mathematical modeling, the impact of different faults on functioning of hydraulic systems. This work is aimed at creating a database containing complexes of diagnostic features, which allow distinguishing types of faults, their causes and stages of development. In the paper, typical faults of EHMS are presented on the basis of statistical information from literature sources and experimental research. They include internal and external leakages, spool and sleeve sticking, degradation of power fluid. The causes of faults and their impact on hydraulic systems functioning are considered. Simulation models of typical faults are implemented and studied in the SimulationX software package. The static and dynamic characteristics of the systems are investigated in order to identify diagnostic signs of various faults. The impact of typical faults on various system parameters is discussed. During the research, the tasks of selecting the rational location of sensors of different types (pressure, flow, displacement, or force sensors), their quantity for recognition of a typical fault are solved. The results of theoretical and experimental studies of serviceable and faulty systems for cases of control and disturbance actions are presented. Comparative analysis of transient processes of serviceable and faulty EHMS is presented with assessment of difference between theoretical and experimental data. The results of the work allow to more rationally designing the diagnostic complex for more accurate identification of the type of fault, stage of its development and prediction of residual service life of EHMS.