Speaking Of Reliability: Friends Discussing Reliability Engineering Topics | Warranty | Plant Maintenance

We are often interested in studying random phenomena ... like failure. And we often like using probability distributions to help us do this study. And these distributions have parameters that define the nature of that probability distribution. So what doe these parameters mean?

Giving and Receiving Feedback Abstract Carl and Fred discussing the topic of giving and receiving feedback, and how it supports professional development. Key Points Join Carl and Fred as they discuss Topics include: Feedback aspects: giving, receiving, mandatory (like annual performance reviews) and voluntary (upon request) Feedback is better when it is specific Be open […]

Keeping up with Reliability Tools Abstract Carl and Fred discussing a listener summitted question: When one’s job is focused on a single area of reliability, how does one keep up with advancements ones own area, as well as the entire field of reliability engineering? Key Points Join Carl and Fred as they discuss the length […]

Reliability engineers rely on using 'words' to convey meaning. We come up with 'common' words and 'common' definitions so that we don't need to explain the concept of each term we use. When I say 'failure mode' I want the person I am talking to to know what a 'failure mode' is. But unfortunately, this rarely happens. There are so many competing definitions out there, and too many time-wasting arguments over this confusion. How can we avoid this?

When we want to do 'reliability testing' in a short period of time, we often use 'accelerated testing.' Which means we sometimes need to know 'acceleration factors' to be able to convert the information we learn in 'accelerated' conditions back to actual use conditions. But there are some tricks to this!

Leading Teams Abstract Carl and Fred discussing the essence of team leadership. Reliability engineers need to add effective team leadership to their core set of skills. Key Points Join Carl and Fred as they discuss leading teams, and the skills and key elements of team leadership. Topics include: Help team members make their best decisions […]

661 Management vs Leadership Abstract Carl and Fred discussing what it means to be a leader, and how the principles of leadership go beyond the traditional roles of management. Key Points Join Carl and Fred as they discuss the role of leadership in reliability programs, and why it matters to reliability engineers. Topics include: What […]

Reliability engineering often feels like lots of effort with precious few outcomes. Why is that? Listen to this podcast to learn more!

Fault Tree Analysis or FTA appears in lots of textbooks, guidebooks and standards. But depending on the textbook, guidebook or standard ... FTA might be presented in a certain 'flavor.' But there are lots of different flavors of FTA, meaning they might be a lot more useful for many problems you weren't previously aware of.

Equipment Life Expectations Abstract James and Fred discussing the many variables that impact equipment expected lifetimes. Key Points Join James and Fred as they discuss Topics include: A brief description of the Design for Maintenance book that James is a co-author. Trying to estimate how long equipment should last Impact of maintenance practices on equipment […]