The leading text in the world for reliability and statistical analysis for predicting life, safety, survivability, risk, cost, and warranty claims. Life data analysis includes Weibull, normal. log normal, binomial, Poisson, exponential, Kaplan-Meier, Probit, Crow-AMSAA methodology Presents “best practice” for alternative methods such as maximum likelihood versus regression estimates, confidence and predictive intervals, test substantiation, sudden death, sample size requirements, accelerated testing, cost analysis, failure predictions, spare parts inventory control, optimal parts replacement, risk analysis, The material is presented in case studies with heavy math in appendixes. Written by an engineer for engineers. The author responds to E-mail questions about the technology. Supporting software and seminars are available. There are over 13,000 copies of the earlier three editions in circulation.
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