Industrial Equipment Monitoring and Optimization through Thermal Stimulus Transmission

A novel system and method for monitoring and optimizing industrial equipment performance by applying thermal stimulus transmission evaluation to machine surfaces, enabling real-time detection of anomalies, prediction of equipment failure, and process optimization.

The original patent disclosed a method for conducting stimulus treatments in a stimulation treatment institution. However, the limitations of this approach are evident in its narrow application scope and lack of consideration for industrial equipment performance. The present inventive concept addresses this gap by applying the core technology of thermal stimulus transmission to industrial equipment, enabling the detection of anomalies, prediction of equipment failure, and process optimization.

The inventive concept comprises a thermal stimulus transmission evaluation method, which applies thermal stimulus to a specific site on a machine surface. The increase rate of blood flow is measured using a laser Doppler tissue blood flowmeter before and after the application of thermal stimulus. This data is then compared with a database storing the increase rate of blood flow previously effective on equipment performance. The system can detect anomalies, predict equipment failure, and optimize manufacturing processes by evaluating thermal stimulus applied to machine surfaces. The method can be integrated into existing industrial equipment monitoring systems, providing real-time insights for process optimization and equipment maintenance.

The novelty of the present inventive concept lies in its application of thermal stimulus transmission to industrial equipment, which was not contemplated in the original patent. The inventive step resides in the recognition that thermal stimulus transmission can be used to evaluate equipment performance, detect anomalies, and predict equipment failure, thereby providing a new and non-obvious solution for industrial equipment monitoring and optimization.

Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include the use of different thermal stimulus sources, such as electrical or optical stimuli, or the integration of additional sensors to measure other parameters, such as temperature or vibration. Variations of the system could be designed for specific industries, such as manufacturing, oil and gas, or aerospace.

The present inventive concept has significant commercial potential in the industrial equipment monitoring and optimization market, with potential applications in manufacturing, oil and gas, aerospace, and other industries. The system's ability to detect anomalies, predict equipment failure, and optimize manufacturing processes could lead to increased efficiency, reduced downtime, and improved product quality, resulting in cost savings and revenue growth for industrial equipment operators and manufacturers.