Company: Unisorb Installation Technologies
Role: Staff Engineer
Project Overview
At Unisorb Installation Technologies, Darren developed software tools for vibration measurement that incorporated advanced digital filtering techniques to improve system performance. These tools enabled engineers to collect more precise data from field measurements and ensured that vibration control solutions could be fine-tuned for optimal accuracy. By integrating Bilinear Transform, Butterworth, and Lead/Lag filters, the software enhanced the ability to detect, analyze, and mitigate vibrations across a range of frequencies.
This project highlights how custom software solutions improve measurement accuracy and support the effective implementation of vibration control strategies in real-world applications.
Scope of Work:
- Problem Identification:
Standard vibration measurement tools lacked the precision needed to identify subtle but critical vibration patterns. This resulted in inconsistent data and suboptimal vibration control solutions, leaving equipment vulnerable to performance issues. - Development Process:
Darren designed a software platform that integrated advanced filtering algorithms to enhance data quality:- Bilinear Transform Filters: Improved the accuracy of frequency domain analysis, enabling real-time responses.
- Butterworth Filters: Provided smooth frequency responses, removing noise from measurement data.
- Lead/Lag Filters: Optimized system stability, especially in high-sensitivity applications.
- Implementation and Use Cases:
The software was deployed in multiple industrial environments, giving engineers precise tools to diagnose and address vibration issues:- Vibration Surveys for Manufacturing Facilities: Enhanced data accuracy helped identify vibration sources affecting production equipment.
- Performance Tuning for Active Isolation Systems: The filters ensured that isolation systems responded effectively to varying vibration patterns.
- On-Site Equipment Testing: Provided engineers with portable, real-time analysis capabilities during fieldwork.
- Results & Outcomes:
- Measurement accuracy improved, providing clearer insights into vibration sources and patterns.
- System performance optimized through precise tuning, resulting in fewer disruptions and higher equipment reliability.
- Fieldwork efficiency increased, as engineers could perform accurate diagnostics and adjustments on-site using lightweight, portable tools.
