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Isaiah T Harris

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In many industrial settings, up to 10-30% of all energy used can be wasted through inefficient oven or furnace systems. This can annually cost tens of thousands of dollars. Beyond energy costs, heat loss leads to inconsistent oven temperatures that can cause deformities in heat- treated products which results in material waste and poor-quality control. To resolve these problems this research focuses on developing a low- cost, remote monitoring system that maps the exterior temperature of ovens using a Raspberry Pi and an infrared (IR) camera. In collaboration with an industry partner, Rea Magnet Wire whose main product is coated electrical wires using continuous oven process, the system aims to monitor structural degradation and heat leakage of oven insulator by capturing temperature map, analyzing inconsistencies in real-time. The system includes data pipelines to visualize temperature map images and temperature historians in a web-based dashboard. The Raspberry Pi and sensor will be deployed on the factory floor. The monitoring system is anticipated to support predictive maintenance that enhances energy efficiency, lowers operational costs, and ensures improved manufacturing quality. Keywords: Predictive Maintenance; Structural Degradation; Thermal Mapping; Industrial Ovens

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Purdue University / 2025

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Isaiah T Harris