Nature

Failure mode identification and effects analysis of mobile X-ray machine using selected MADM techniques

Failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA) is a method of reliability analysis that healthcare organizations employ to increase the reliability and safety of their services and products. In the ...
Nature

A mechanism-driven failure causality modeling approach for mechanical systems combining causal ordering theory and Ishikawa diagram

Failure causality modeling plays a critical role in mechanical system diagnostics. Current methods primarily rely on empirical knowledge and historical datasets, resulting in constrained applicability ...
Electronic Design

Know Your Safety Application Notes (Part 2): Failure Mode Distribution

This article provides insights into the importance of an IC’s pin failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA) to comply with functional-safety standards such as IEC 61508 and ISO... 1. FMEA and its ...
Computerworld

Network failure modes and prevention

Not long after you begin to work in computing, the truth of Murphy’s Law — “What can go wrong, will” — becomes apparent. As you move on to networking, you realize the reality of Murphy’s Law of ...