Lifespan of an FMEA
Abstract
Carl and Fred discuss a reader question about what is called a “living FMEA.” Is this a good idea? How is it done?
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SOR 921 Lifespan of an FMEA
SOR 920 RCM and FMEAs
RCM and FMEAs
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Carl and Fred discuss a reader question on FMEAs that involve maintenance. Specifically, can a Design FMEA have causes that are maintenance related?
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MC 019 Two Fundamental Metallurgy Principles
Two Fundamental Metallurgy Principles
In this episode I discuss the two fundamental principles that are the foundation of metallurgy and metals engineering. See this blog post on two fundamental metallurgy principles to learn more.
RiM 26: Hiring Tips for Reliability Engineers
Hiring Tips for Reliability Engineers
Join me in this episode as I sit down with the insightful Christopher Butt to unravel the keys to securing that coveted role in an organization. From our shared experiences with Hiring Managers to practical tips on acing job interviews, we delve into what sets Reliability Engineers apart in the hiring process.
If you want to get in contact with Chris, you can contact him via Linkedin.
ISO 42001 — 10X Bigger Than ISO 9001
ISO 42001 — 10X Bigger Than ISO 9001
podcast episode with speaker Greg Hutchins
Greg is an opportunist. Greg wrote 4 best selling books on ISO 9001 in the 1990’s (John Wiley).
Greg now believes that ISO 42001 will be 10 X bigger than ISO 9001. Find out why? ISO 42001 is the new (FDIS) management system standard. Learn how to reposition your work/career/job for this new opportunity. [Read more…]
WQW 011: Counting In Action
Counting In Action
In the previous episode, “Managers Can Count Better Than They Can Think,” that premise was presented. This episode adds some examples to develop that idea.
In a world where too many problems are described and explained more by opinion and emotion rather than by meaningful data and information, this episode provides a couple of examples of how to leverage managers need for numbers. Also, there are a couple of examples where using the wrong numbers or using numbers wrong is self-defeating.
There is a reference to Paul O’Neill, CEO of Alcoa from 1987 to 1999. The YouTube video where he talks about improving the financial book closing process in 1991 is . The comments specific to the financial book closing happen at 27:38 in the video. I highly recommend watching the entire video. O’Neill is one of the greatest corporate leaders ever.
All episodes are at Way of the Quality Warrior website . There are also downloadable copies of the annotated slide decks of presentations made by Keith Fong in the last couple of years. There is also a contact form if you’d like to get in touch.
SOR 919 Details and Plans
SOR 918 Plug and Pray
What is Fatigue?
What is ‘fatigue’? … and no I don’t mean feeling ‘tired’.
podcast episode with speaker Chris Jackson
Many reliability engineers know what fatigue is (in addition to feeling tired). Fatigue is an example of a ‘failure mechanism.’ A failure mechanism is the physical, chemical or electrical process that results in failure. Fatigue is interesting in that it allows something to fail without it ever being exposed to stresses that are beyond its strength. How does this happen? Fatigue is based on cracks. Cracks magnify stresses at their tips. So cycling stresses can have the effect of incrementally (and sometimes very slowly) increasing the crack length at the tip. Fatigue has caused all manners of failures that have surprised us throughout the history of engineering. But now we have learned so much more about this really fascinating failure mechanism can cause steel, aluminium and other material to fail, even when the stresses they experience are tiny. Want to learn more about fatigue? And how you can help prevent it? Join us for this webinar.
RM 132: A Conversation about Ultra-Thin Conformal Coating with HZO’s Lisa Rizzo
A Conversation about Ultra-Thin Conformal Coating with HZO’s Lisa Rizzo
Today we’ll dive deep into the world of conformal coating.
More and more assemblies are being subjected to conformal coating to protect the assembly from harsh environments. What’s leading the drive to conformal coat electronic assemblies? What types of conformal coating options are available? What are the advantages and disadvantages of each type?
For circuit assemblies, the protective embrace of conformal coatings ensures reliability, longevity, and performance. As technologies advance, so does the demand for innovative solutions to safeguard our electronic products.
Whether you’re a seasoned industry professional, a curious tech enthusiast, or just someone who’s new to the world of conformal coatings, this episode is your go-to source for in-depth information on the growing trend of applying conformal coating to circuit assemblies.
So, join us as we peel back the layers, and immerse ourselves in the world of electronics protection, and learn how conformal coatings play a pivotal role in keeping our devices humming, even in the harshest environments.
To better understand conformal coating, I invited Lisa Rizzo to the show. Lisa is Senior Director of Strategy & Emerging Applications at HZO. HZO is a global leader & innovator in protective solutions that, according to them, “keep the world running”.
They provide products to markets including consumer electronics as well as high-reliability markets including automotive, industrial, medical, and IoT to deliver a more resilient, reliable, and durable level of protection. HZO specializes in nanocoating solutions that safeguard electronics, electrical products & critical applications in an ever-changing market.
Lisa Rizzo’s Contact Information:
lrizzo@hzo.com
https://www.hzo.com/
SOR 917 Bad History Challenge
Bad History Challenge
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Kirk and Fred discuss how to deal with those who have said that they tried using the HALT methodology with a past project but did not find any benefit from it.
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SOR 916 Cycles or Time
Cycles or Time
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Kirk and Fred discuss whether we should use time or number of cycles or total time a product has been available for use.
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WQW 010: Managers can Count Better than They can Think
Managers can Count Better than They can Think
There’s a premise that I think can help Quality Warriors become more influential in their organization: Managers can count better than they can think.
Is this an attack on managers? No, it is not. It is a call for understanding and a challenge.
People who are not managers often don’t understand what challenges managers are facing. Their expectations of the managers can be unrealistic which undercuts their effectiveness and influence. This episode explores what managers are facing.
Of course, there are two sides to the issue. Many of the challenges managers face with their people are related to things that the managers are capable of controlling. That is also discussed.
Guy Kawasaki’s book “The Macintosh Way” is referenced in this episode. Guy has made a PDF version available for free at this link: TheMacintoshWay.pdf
Guy’s website is Guy Kawasaki
Edward R. Tufte’s book “Visual Explanations” is also referenced in this episode. His website is Edward Tufte website. The book’s webpage is Visual Explanations book. The specific chapter referenced in this episode was published as a booklet. It’s webpage is Visual and Statistical Thinking booklet
You can contact me via the website Way of the Quality Warrior or on LinkedIn Keith Fong
SOR 915 Creating Reliability Awareness
Creating Reliability Awareness
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Chris and Fred discuss how to help me, you and the people around us more aware of reliability (and reliability engineering)? Good question!
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SOR 914 Required to Use MIL-HDBK 217?
Required to Use MIL-HDBK 217?
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Chris and Fred discuss Military Handbook 217 Version F for the ‘Reliability Prediction of Electronic Equipment’ or MIL-HDBK 217F … and why being forced to use it is borderline evil.
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