Online Monitoring System for Dowty Retarder Fault and Its Application
In response to the limitations of current methods for diagnosing dowty retarder faults through manual inspection and assessing oil-gas pressure via inspection trolleys,this paper designs and develops an online monitoring system for dowty retarder fault based on IoT technology,dowty retarder working reaction force data collection technology,and data storage and analysis technology.This discussion focuses on three aspects:system architecture,function realization,and practical application,and highlights the overall technical scheme,main functions,and key technologies.The monitoring system enables management personnel to accurately identify the real-time status of on-site dowty retarders online and allows on-site maintenance personnel to precisely locate each faulty dowty retarder using handheld terminals.It is adaptable to all-weather meteorological conditions,including high temperatures,cold environments,and rain and snow,while maintaining minimal interference with transportation and production operations.The system facilitates real-time online monitoring and precise target positioning,significantly enhancing operational efficiency and eliminating potential safety hazards.The system has been trialed at Nanxiang Railway Station,and the application tests have shown promising results,indicating a strong potential for widespread implementation.