Reliability testing of electric motors

Several motor failure mechanisms are discussed, along with test methods to determine whether a motor is suitable for extended service. Application and limitations of these test procedures are described.<<ETX>>

[1]  G.C. Stone,et al.  Investigation of Turn Insulation Failure Mechanisms in Large AC Motors , 1984, IEEE Transactions on Power Apparatus and Systems.

[2]  D. E. Crawford.  A mechanism of motor failures , 1975, 1975 EIC 12th Electrical/Electronics Insulation Conference.