Reliability-Centered Design and System Resilience

Mohammad Yazdi ()
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Mohammad Yazdi: Macquarie University

Chapter Chapter 5 in Advances in Computational Mathematics for Industrial System Reliability and Maintainability, 2024, pp 79-103 from Springer

Abstract: Abstract This comprehensive exploration goes into the principles, techniques, and real-world applications of Reliability-Centered Design (RCD) and system resilience in engineering. The paper begins by elucidating the core principles of RCD, which include identifying critical components, assessing failure modes, designing for redundancy, devising effective maintenance strategies, and mitigating the consequences of failures. In-depth discussions on these principles provide engineers and designers with a robust framework for enhancing the reliability of products, systems, and processes. The chapter proceeds to dissect powerful design techniques, emphasizing the critical role of the Design of Experiments (DOE), tolerance analysis, and quality control in improving reliability. Systematically addressing variations and uncertainties, engineers can develop products and systems that consistently meet performance standards, even under adverse conditions. System resilience and redundancy analysis are explored extensively, focusing on diverse types of redundancy and implementing failover mechanisms to absorb shocks and recover from disruptions. Risk assessment is a central element, as the paper guides readers through identifying critical parameters, quantifying risks, and developing effective risk mitigation strategies. Through compelling case studies and best practices, this paper offers practical insights into how RCD and resilience principles are applied across industries. Industry-specific examples showcase the successful application of these principles, while lessons from past failures underscore the importance of continuous improvement in engineering and design. This chapter is a comprehensive resource for engineers, designers, and practitioners seeking to create robust, reliable, and adaptable systems that can withstand challenges and disruptions while minimizing risks and failures. This paper empowers professionals with the knowledge and tools to excel in the dynamic and demanding engineering.

Keywords: Reliability-centered design; System resilience; Redundancy analysis; Robust design techniques; Sensitivity analysis; Risk assessment; Case studies; Best practices (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2024
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DOI: 10.1007/978-3-031-53514-7_5

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