Using a Modified Failure Modes and Effects Analysis within the Structured Design Recovery Framework

A structured design recovery framework has been designed to meet the challenges associated with creating a robust engineering model for mechanical components. To assist with the testing and verification phase of the design recovery process, a matrix based modified failure modes and effects analysis (FMEA) has been developed, which targets tolerance variations, in order to diagnose potential problems. The information within the design recovery framework is extracted for the modified FMEA analysis. From the FMEA results, testing strategies are suggested based on the component characteristics. An example illustrates the modified FMEA methodology and highlights its merits.

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