Reliability of Multiple Component Systems.

Abstract

Brindley and Thompson (1973) have introduced a multivariate concept of monotone failure rate. Here the authors treat a mathematical model which has arisen in biological and engineering applications. In a biological context one refers to the theory of competing risks; in the engineering applications the model represents a non repairable series system. The system fails when the first of its components fails so that not all component lifetimes are observable. (Modified author abstract)

Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Nov 01, 1973
Accession Number
AD0771714

Entities

People

  • Lawrence Lee Jr.
  • W. A. Thompson Jr.

Organizations

  • University of Missouri

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  • Engineering
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Fields of Study

  • Engineering
  • Mathematics

Readers

  • Statistical inference.
  • Systems Analysis and Design