Author_Institution :
Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, UNIVERSITY OF NEW MEXICO, Albuquerque, New Mexico 87131
Abstract :
In this era of automation, reliability engineering has a special place. The importance of reliability engineering becomes apparent when, in everyday life, we expect on-time transportation, reliable communication, and a steady supply of electric power and other utilities. The complex systems providing these services consist of many components, each one of which must operate properly to ensure reliable system operation.
