Mr. Richard Norman Wurzbach Profile

Richard Norman Wurzbach

President of MRG Labs at Maintenance Reliability Group, LLC

SPIE Involvement:

Author | Instructor

Proceedings Article | 18 May 2012 Paper

Monitoring and thermal effects of relubrication of greased bearings

Richard Wurzbach, Evan Bupp, Lisa Williams

Proceedings Volume 8354, 83540L (2012) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.918952

KEYWORDS: Statistical analysis, Infrared radiation, Contamination, Thermal effects, Diagnostics, Analytical research, Liquids, Infrared cameras, Temperature metrology, Thermography

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Proceedings Article | 1 April 2003 Paper

Infrared applications in farming: vision of things to come

Richard Wurzbach

Proceedings Volume 5073, (2003) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.487722

KEYWORDS: Infrared radiation, Agriculture, Infrared technology, Infrared imaging, Infrared cameras, Cameras, Inspection, Thermography, Imaging systems, Data acquisition

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Proceedings Article | 1 April 2003 Paper

The roles of vibration analysis and infrared thermography in monitoring air-handling equipment

Richard Wurzbach

Proceedings Volume 5073, (2003) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.497472

KEYWORDS: Thermography, Fluctuations and noise, Reliability, Vibrometry, Manufacturing, Fiber optic handling equipment, Infrared radiation, Medical research, Control systems, Ultrasonography

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Proceedings Article | 15 March 2002 Paper

Developing a comprehensive training curriculum for integrated predictive maintenance

Richard Wurzbach

Proceedings Volume 4710, (2002) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.459583

KEYWORDS: Data analysis, Reliability, Vibrometry, Thermography, Data integration, Product safety, Safety, Infrared radiation, Radiation effects, Manufacturing

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On-line equipment condition monitoring is a critical component of the world-class production and safety histories of many successful nuclear plant operators. From addressing availability and operability concerns of nuclear safety-related equipment to increasing profitability through support system reliability and reduced maintenance costs, Predictive Maintenance programs have increasingly become a vital contribution to the maintenance and operation decisions of nuclear facilities. In recent years, significant advancements have been made in the quality and portability of many of the instruments being used, and software improvements have been made as well. However, the single most influential component of the success of these programs is the impact of a trained and experienced team of personnel putting this technology to work. Changes in the nature of the power generation industry brought on by competition, mergers, and acquisitions, has taken the historically stable personnel environment of power generation and created a very dynamic situation. As a result, many facilities have seen a significant turnover in personnel in key positions, including predictive maintenance personnel. It has become the challenge for many nuclear operators to maintain the consistent contribution of quality data and information from predictive maintenance that has become important in the overall equipment decision process. These challenges can be met through the implementation of quality training to predictive maintenance personnel and regular updating and re-certification of key technology holders. The use of data management tools and services aid in the sharing of information across sites within an operating company, and with experts who can contribute value-added data management and analysis. The overall effectiveness of predictive maintenance programs can be improved through the incorporation of newly developed comprehensive technology training courses. These courses address the use of key technologies such as vibration analysis, infrared thermography, and oil analysis not as singular entities, but as a toolbox resource from which to address overall equipment and plant reliability in a structured program and decision environment.

Proceedings Article | 30 March 2000 Paper

Infrared monitoring of power-plant effluents and heat sinks to optimize plant efficiency

Richard Wurzbach, David Seith

Proceedings Volume 4020, (2000) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.381570

KEYWORDS: Infrared radiation, Temperature metrology, Infrared imaging, Thermography, Inspection, Cooling systems, Rockets, Environmental monitoring, Reflection, Data modeling

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Proceedings Article | 26 March 1998 Paper

Infrared thermography of fan and compressor systems in a predictive maintenance program

Richard Wurzbach

Proceedings Volume 3361, (1998) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.304721

KEYWORDS: Fluctuations and noise, Thermography, Inspection, Diagnostics, Temperature metrology, Liquids, Gases, Head, Infrared imaging, Infrared radiation

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Proceedings Article | 26 March 1998 Paper

Diagnostic monitoring by infrared imaging of avian embryos

Richard Wurzbach

Proceedings Volume 3361, (1998) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.304713

KEYWORDS: Infrared imaging, Infrared radiation, Diagnostics, Bacteria, Ear, Thermography, Humidity, Surveillance, Head, Body temperature

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Proceedings Article | 28 March 1995 Paper

Increasing predictive program effectiveness by integrating thermography and lubricant analysis

Jeffrey Evans, Thomas Jarc, Richard Wurzbach

Proceedings Volume 2473, (1995) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.204843

KEYWORDS: Particles, Inspection, Thermography, Statistical analysis, Failure analysis, Contamination, Spectroscopy, Chemical analysis, Reliability, Oxidation

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Proceedings Article | 21 March 1994 Paper

Study of cost benefits of identification of non-problems with infrared thermography

Jeffrey Evans, Richard Wurzbach

Proceedings Volume 2245, (1994) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.171178

KEYWORDS: Thermography, Inspection, Failure analysis, Phase modulation, Reliability, Transformers, Optical inspection, Magnetism, Combustion, Inspection equipment

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Proceedings Article | 6 April 1993 Paper

Increasing maintainability and operability of emergency diesel generators with thermographic inspections

Richard Wurzbach, Jeffrey Hart

Proceedings Volume 1933, (1993) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.141974

KEYWORDS: Inspection, Thermography, Reliability, Surveillance, Thermal effects, Optical filters, Carbon dioxide, Cooling systems, Safety, Liquid crystal on silicon

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Proceedings Article | 1 April 1992 Paper

Role of comparative and qualitative thermography in predictive maintenance

Richard Wurzbach, Robert Hammaker

Proceedings Volume 1682, (1992) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.58518

KEYWORDS: Thermography, Inspection, Temperature metrology, Inspection equipment, Infrared radiation, Surface finishing, Resistance, Reflection, Aluminum, Polishing

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Proceedings Article | 1 March 1991 Paper

Thermographic monitoring of lubricated couplings

Richard Wurzbach

Proceedings Volume 1467, (1991) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.46420

KEYWORDS: Inspection, Teeth, Thermography, Cameras, Particles, Infrared imaging, Infrared radiation, Astatine, Infrared cameras, Thermal imaging cameras

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Showing 5 of 12 publications

SPIE Conference Volume | 26 March 1998

Thermosense XX

SPIE Conference Volume | 4 April 1997

Thermosense XIX: An International Conference on Thermal Sensing and Imaging Diagnostic Applications

Conference Committee Involvement (5)

Thermosense XXVII

29 March 2005 | Orlando, Florida, United States

Thermosense XXVI

13 April 2004 | Orlando, Florida, United States

Thermosense XXV

22 April 2003 | Orlando, Florida, United States

Thermosense XX

14 April 1998 | Orlando, FL, United States

Thermosense XIX: An International Conference on Thermal Sensing and Imaging Diagnostic Applications

22 April 1997 | Orlando, FL, United States

Course Instructor

SC317: Infrared Thermography Applications in Power Generation and Distribution

This course provides attendees with a working knowledge of typical and advanced applications of infrared monitoring in the Power Generation and distribution industry. The course focuses on proven applications, and includes instruction in preparing effective and reliable reports and cost-benefit calculations to achieve and maintain management support for the program.

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