What is a possible result if a watchdog timer does not trigger during a system failure?

When a watchdog timer fails to trigger during a system failure, it often indicates that the system is unresponsive or has encountered an error condition. In this situation, the watchdog timer’s purpose, which is to monitor the system's health and ensure that operations are proceeding correctly, is undermined. As a result, the motor may continue to operate despite being in an unsafe or unstable condition. This can lead to serious problems such as overheating, mechanical failure, or even catastrophic damage to the motor or connected equipment.

In normal operations, a functioning watchdog timer would detect these issues and intervene, potentially shutting down the motor or initiating corrective actions. Without this protective mechanism in place, the lack of intervention could exacerbate existing problems and result in extensive damage or failure of the motor system. Thus, continued operation without the watchdog's signal poses a significant risk to the equipment's integrity and longevity.