TE-LSTM: winding temperature prediction for induction motors in the oil and gas industry

Abstract

Induction motor winding failure repair takes longer compared to other failures, such as bearing failure. This research introduces a hybrid deep learning framework, TE-LSTM, to predict winding temperatures in induction motors used in oil and gas operations, aiming to address the challenges of accurately forecasting potential winding failures and enabling proactive maintenance strategies. The TE-LSTM model combines a transformer encoder-based architecture with long short-term memory to effectively model intricate temporal relationships and sensor dynamics within the dataset. The study utilized data collected from January 2016 to December 2024 at 1-minute intervals from induction motors equipped with stator winding temperature sensors, where the motors were designed with Class F insulation and had stage 1 and stage 2 alarms set at 257°F and 285°F, respectively. The findings highlight the efficiency and performance of the TE-LSTM model in predicting winding temperatures, which can significantly reduce unplanned downtime and associated costs, thereby optimizing maintenance operations and enhancing the reliability of the motor.