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ChatGPT and Reliability Abstract Kirk and Fred discuss the use of artificial intelligence engines such as ChatGPT  in Reliability Engineering. A copy of the ChatGPT questions and responses that we discuss on this podcast is listed in the show notes below. Key Points Join Kirk and Fred as they discuss the recent introduction of the […]

Mechanical Lessons Learned Abstract Kirk and Fred discussing Kirk’s recent trip to the Texas Pinball Festival (TPF) and the reliability of Pinball Machines which new designs have been produced for over six decades. Some of the mechanical assemblies have not changed in design for those many decades, even though some changes would be simple and […]

Reliability Gap Assessment Abstract Carl and Fred discussing the second step in achieving high reliability: “Develop a Reliability Gap Assessment.” Key Points Join Carl and Fred as they discuss doing a gap assessment, how it is done and why it is essential to achieving high reliability. Topics include: The core principles of doing a gap […]

Reliability Strategic Vision Abstract Carl and Fred discussing the first step in achieving high reliability: “Develop a Reliability Strategic Vision.” Key Points Join Carl and Fred as they discuss the elements that go into a reliability vision, and how it is developed. Topics include: Chapter 5 of the book: The Process of Reliability Engineering” The […]

Making the right decision means you need to understand 'value.' And different organizations have different definitions of value. It can't just be 'money' ... otherwise the right decision (every time) is to sell everything you have right now to make the most of this concept of 'value' as quickly as possible. So how does 'value' help you make better decisions - especially when it comes to reliability?

What is Accelerated Life Testing (ALT), and how many products or prototypes do you need to test to make it work? ... but first ... what is ALT supposed to do?

We use the term 'sedentary inertia' to describe organizations that struggle to change ... mainly because they are used to never having to change. Especially in the world of quality. Which in many cases, feels like it is stuck in prehistoric times. Sound familiar?

Two Sides of a Coin: Quality and Reliability Abstract Dianna and Chris discussing their different viewpoints of quality and reliability: how they are really two sides of a coin that are supported by the culture of an organization and by individual contributors. Key Points Join Dianna and Chris as they discuss two sides of a […]

Monitoring Manufacturing Product Reliability Abstract Kirk and Fred discussing how to ensure that the quality and reliability of the last units produced from a manufacturing line is the same as the first units produced. Key Points Join Kirk and Fred as they discuss the fundamental concern of any manufacturing operation, sustaining quality throughout the manufacturing […]

Issues with Single Stress Testing Abstract Kirk and Fred discussing a question from a listener regarding a specific failure mechanism and time to failure for the same, and how most failures are not due to a single stress condition. Key Points Join Kirk and Fred as they discuss a solder crack and the forces that […]