What is MLE? Abstract Chris and Fred discuss the three-letter acronym ‘MLE’ stands for? Well, it stands for ‘maximum likelihood estimate.’ Ever heard of it? Do you know what it means? Key Points Join Chris and Fred as they discuss what the MLE or ‘maximum likelihood estimate’ means … usually when using software to conduct […]

Impact of IoT on Maintenance Abstract Kirk and Fred discuss the impact of the Internet of Things (IoT) on maintenance and the data feedback to the manufacturer on usage and failure data. Key Points Join Kirk and Fred as they discuss on the new capabilities of products to connect with the Internet and how they […]

No Trouble Found Issue Abstract Kirk and Fred delve into the crucial topic of managing returned parts and products, even those that are functioning perfectly. Key Points Join Kirk and Fred as they discuss why parts or products returned to the manufacturer seem to have no failure on their test bench. Topics include: The cost […]

Difference Between Quality and Reliability Statistics Abstract Philip and Fred discuss some of the basic differences and similarities between these two types of statistical toolsets. Key Points Join Philip and Fred as they discuss why it’s best to fully understand and use all the available statistial tools when faced with either quality or reliability related […]

Dealing with Missing Data Abstract Philip and Fred discuss a few challenges and approaches to deal with missing data. Key Points Join Philip and Fred as they discuss what can be done when a dataset has missing data. Topics include: Data collection and storage issues Dealing with data points within the overall dataset Dealing with […]

Pushing the Limits Abstract Greg and Fred discuss pushing the limits for personal and professional development.  Greg discusses wearing a pink tutu to Oregon Country Faire and Burning Man.  Fred discusses pushing the limits for product testing and product development. Key Points Join Greg and Fred as they discuss pushing personal, design, and testing limits. […]

Pursuing Ribbons Abstract Greg and Fred discuss the importance of the pursuit of ribbons.  What are ribbons?  They are the  badges, degrees, brands, and certificates that we all strive for.   They confer knowledge, skills, and abilities to others.  They are the things of life that we do for personal improvement and enrichment.  Greg believes the […]

Instead of Reliability Prediction Abstract Chris and Fred discuss reliability prediction and how it can relate to the ‘design’ phase when there is no data. How do you ‘predict reliability?’ Key Points Join Chris and Fred as they discuss what reliability prediction is. There are quite a few answers to this question … and some […]

Good Reliability Testing Abstract Chris and Fred discuss the difference between good and poor reliability testing. Key Points Join Chris and Fred as they discuss what makes a meaningful and valuable reliability test. And more importantly, how to use test results to make valuable decisions. And to make a decision – you need to read […]

High Precision Planning and Maintenance Abstract Philip and Fred discuss new shiny objects and why digital twins and IIOT will not solve your core problems. High Precision Planning (HPP) supports High Precision Maintenance (HPM) which is a program running in elite industries today. The emphasis on HPP is an absolute requirement to achieve HPM. The […]