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However, few studies have focused on determining a misalignment of the electrodes to avoid problems caused by this defect, especially in industrial environments. In this paper, a method for performing the condition monitoring of electrode alignment degradation was developed following previous research, which has shown the relationship between the misalignment of short-circuited electrodes and the magnetic field generated by them. This method was carried out by means of a device capable of measuring the magnetic field. Finally, an integral system for the detection of misalignments in real production lines is presented. 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