Abstract

The purpose of this paper is to make the concepts of reliability theory manageable even for those without an extensive mathematics background. This paper will break down the types of systems, explore the aspects of probability distributions which are important in reliability theory, as well as examine some concepts regarding the differences between system lifetimes and lifetimes of components. The goal of this paper is to allow the reader to gain an understanding of some of the key concepts explored in this theory, to provide examples for the reader to try, and to include proofs that have been broken down for clearer comprehension.

Library of Congress Subject Headings

Reliability (Engineering)--Mathematical models

Publication Date

5-16-2013

Document Type

Thesis

Department, Program, or Center

School of Mathematical Sciences (COS)

Advisor

Marengo, James

Comments

Note: imported from RIT’s Digital Media Library running on DSpace to RIT Scholar Works. Physical copy available through RIT's The Wallace Library at: TA169 .S36 2013

Campus

RIT – Main Campus

Plan Codes

ACMTH-MS

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