This accessible textbook presents an introduction to computer vision algorithms for industrially-relevant applications of X-ray testing. Covering complex topics in an easy-to-understand way, without requiring any prior knowledge in the field, the book provides a concise review o…
"Now in its fourth edition, this bestselling resource continues to explore why things don't work out as planned and how to make sure they do. While past editions have focused on Failure Modes and Effects Analysis and Opportunity Analysis, this new edition emphasizes evidence col…
"Techniques for developing reliable, robust networked systems that meet customers' expectations. Today's customer expects valid service requests or transactions to be reliably executed with acceptable quality. Design for Reliability brings together the analysis, design, and syst…
Learn how ART and ADT can reduce cost, time, product recalls, and customer complaints This book provides engineers with the techniques and tools they need to use accelerated reliability testing (ART) and accelerated durability testing (ADT) as key factors to accurately predict a…
This volume is a collection of articles on reliability systems and Bayesian reliability analysis. Written by reputable researchers, the articles are self-contained and are linked with literature reviews and new research ideas. The book is dedicated to Emeritus Professor Richard …
This insider's view of an exciting and controversial new scientific field has detailed coverage of the current state of the art and a full discussion of the environmental, legal, and philosophical issues. It includes ideas for a proposed regulatory framework.
The book provides information necessary for systematic management of traditional as well as emerging risks in the man-machine-environment system, especially in industrial technologies. It is intended for managerial staff of various levels of management as well as product distrib…
The book provides information necessary for systematic management of traditional as well as emerging risks in the man-machine-environment system, especially in industrial technologies. It is intended for managerial staff of various levels of management as well as product distrib…
"Preface The National Academy of Engineering Committee on Engineering's Grand Challenges has identified in 2008 14 areas awaiting engineering solutions in the 21st century (see http://www.engineeringchallenges.org/cms/8996.aspx). These 14 areas were defined by a panel of technol…
"Preface The National Academy of Engineering Committee on Engineering's Grand Challenges has identified in 2008 14 areas awaiting engineering solutions in the 21st century (see http://www.engineeringchallenges.org/cms/8996.aspx). These 14 areas were defined by a panel of technol…
"Preface The National Academy of Engineering Committee on Engineering's Grand Challenges has identified in 2008 14 areas awaiting engineering solutions in the 21st century (see http://www.engineeringchallenges.org/cms/8996.aspx). These 14 areas were defined by a panel of technol…
"Preface The National Academy of Engineering Committee on Engineering's Grand Challenges has identified in 2008 14 areas awaiting engineering solutions in the 21st century (see http://www.engineeringchallenges.org/cms/8996.aspx). These 14 areas were defined by a panel of technol…
When planes crash, bridges collapse, and automobile gas tanks explode, we are quick to blame poor design. But Henry Petroski says we must look beyond design for causes and corrections. Known for his masterly explanations of engineering successes and failures, Petroski here takes…
