physics-of-failure (PoF) concept

An approach to the design and development of reliable product to prevent failure, based on the knowledge of root cause failure mechanisms.

NOTE The PoF concept is based on the understanding of the relationships between requirements and the physical characteristics of the product and their variation in the manufacturing processes, and the reaction of product elements and materials to loads (stressors) and interaction under loads and their influence on the fitness for use with respect to the use conditions and time.

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