Towards an understanding of no trouble found devices

This paper gives a model for understanding no trouble found (NTF) parts, including predictions of how many can be expected at different stages of a product life cycle, an understanding of when NTFs are of concern, and when they are to be expected. We also show how NTF rates can be used as a measure of process health.

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