DocumentCode
981360
Title
Compatibility and Simplicity: The Fundamentals of Reliability
Author
Kuo, Way
Author_Institution
Tennessee Univ., Knoxville
Volume
56
Issue
4
fYear
2007
Firstpage
585
Lastpage
586
Abstract
Complex systems are less compatible internally, and with other systems, which reduces reliability. To restate, two primary principles must be kept in mind: keep the system simple, and make the system compatible with others. These two guidelines will help maintain the desired reliability.
Keywords
reliability theory; design simplicity; engineering compatibility; reliability; Composite materials; Conducting materials; Hardware; Microprogramming; Nanocomposites; Power system reliability; Reliability theory; Thermal conductivity; Thermal expansion; Uncertainty;
fLanguage
English
Journal_Title
Reliability, IEEE Transactions on
Publisher
ieee
ISSN
0018-9529
Type
jour
DOI
10.1109/TR.2007.912002
Filename
4384600
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