How to Organize and Run a Failure Investigation

How to Organize and Run a Failure Investigation
Author: Daniel P. Dennies
Publisher: ASM International
Total Pages: 228
Release: 2005
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1615030484

Learning the proper steps for organizing a failure investigation ensures success. Failure investigations cross company functional boundaries and are an integral component of any design or manufacturing business operation. Well-organized and professionally conducted investigations are essential for solving manufacturing problems and assisting in redesigns. This book outlines a proven systematic approach to failure investigation. It explains the relationship between various failure sources (corrosion, for example) and the organization and conduct of the investigation. It provides a learning platform for engineers from all disciplines: materials, design, manufacturing, quality, and management. The examples in this book focus on the definition of and requirements for a professionally performed failure analysis of a physical object or structure. However, many of the concepts have much greater utility than for investigating the failure of physical objects. For example, the book provides guidance in areas such as learning how to define objectives, negotiating the scope of investigation, examining the physical evidence, and applying general problem-solving techniques.

Failure Analysis and Prevention

Failure Analysis and Prevention
Author: Aidy Ali
Publisher: BoD – Books on Demand
Total Pages: 218
Release: 2017-12-20
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9535137131

This book covers recent advancement methods used in analysing the root cause of engineering failures and the proactive suggestion for future failure prevention. The techniques used especially non-destructive testing such X-ray are well described. The failure analysis covers materials for metal and composites for various applications in mechanical, civil and electrical applications. The modes of failures that are well explained include fracture, fatigue, corrosion and high-temperature failure mechanisms. The administrative part of failures is also presented in the chapter of failure rate analysis. The book will bring you on a tour on how to apply mechanical, electrical and civil engineering fundamental concepts and to understand the prediction of root cause of failures. The topics explained comprehensively the reliable test that one should perform in order to investigate the cause of machines, component or material failures at the macroscopic and microscopic level. I hope the material is not too theoretical and you find the case study, the analysis will assist you in tackling your own failure investigation case.

Adhesion Aspects of Polymeric Coatings

Adhesion Aspects of Polymeric Coatings
Author: K.L. Mittal
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 647
Release: 2012-12-06
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1461336589

This volume chronicles the proceedings of the Symposium on Adhesion Aspects of Polymeric Coatings held under the auspices of the Electrochemical Society in Minneapolis, MN, May 10-15, 1981. This event was cosponsored by the Dielectric and Insulation, and Electrothermics and Metallurgy Divisions. Polymeric coatings are used for a number of purposes, e. g. , decorative, protective, functional (as dielectrics or insulators) and a special application of polymeric (organic) coatings is their use as lithographic materials for making integrated circuit elements. Irrespective of the purpose of the coating, it must adhere well to the underlying substrate. So the need to under stand the factors which influence adhesion of organic coatings and the ways to attain desired adhesion is quite manifest. This Symposium was designed to bring together scientists and technologists interested in the adhesion aspects of polymeric coatings, to provide a forum for discussion of latest findings, and to provide an opportunity for cross-pollination of ideas. The technical program contained a total of 46 papers by authors from various corners of the world. The program comprised both invited overviews and contributed original research papers, as this blend is the best way to present the state of knowledge of a topic. The invited speakers were selected so as to represent widely differ ing disciplines and interests and they hailed from various aca demic and industrial research laboratories.

Systems Failure Analysis

Systems Failure Analysis
Author: Joseph Berk
Publisher: ASM International
Total Pages: 209
Release: 2009-01-01
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1615031375

Failure Analysis

Failure Analysis
Author: Jose Luis Otegui
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 326
Release: 2014-01-02
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 3319039105

This book addresses the failures of structural elements, i.e. those components whose primary mission is to withstand mechanical loads. The book is intended as a self-contained source for those with different technical grades, engineers and scientists but also technicians in the field can benefit from its reading.

Failure Analysis of Engineering Structures

Failure Analysis of Engineering Structures
Author: V. Ramachandran
Publisher: ASM International
Total Pages: 207
Release: 2005
Genre: TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING
ISBN: 1615031057

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Metal Failures

Metal Failures
Author: A. J. McEvily
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 352
Release: 2002
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9780471414360

comprehensive coverage of both the "how" and "why" of metal failures Metal Failures gives engineers the intellectual tools and practical understanding needed to analyze failures from a structural point of view. Its proven methods of examination and analysis enable investigators to: * Reach correct, fact-based conclusions on the causes of metal failures * Present and defend these conclusions before highly critical bodies * Suggest design improvements that may prevent future failures Analytical methods presented include stress analysis, fracture mechanics, fatigue analysis, corrosion science, and nondestructive testing. Numerous case studies illustrate the application of basic principles of metallurgy and failure analysis to a wide variety of real-world situations. Readers learn how to investigate and analyze failures that involve: * Alloys and coatings * Brittle and ductile fractures * Thermal and residual stresses * Creep and fatigue * Corrosion, hydrogen embrittlement, and stress-corrosion cracking This useful professional reference is also an excellent learning tool for senior-level students in mechanical, materials, and civil engineering.

Characterization and Failure Analysis of Plastics

Characterization and Failure Analysis of Plastics
Author: ASM International
Publisher: ASM International
Total Pages: 486
Release: 2003-01-01
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1615030735

The selection and application of engineered materials is an integrated process that requires an understanding of the interaction between materials properties, manufacturing characteristics, design considerations, and the total life cycle of the product. This reference book on engineering plastics provides practical and comprehensive coverage on how the performance of plastics is characterized during design, property testing, and failure analysis. The fundamental structure and properties of plastics are reviewed for general reference, and detailed articles describe the important design factors, properties, and failure mechanisms of plastics. The effects of composition, processing, and structure are detailed in articles on the physical, chemical, thermal, and mechanical properties. Other articles cover failure mechanisms such as: crazing and fracture; impact loading; fatigue failure; wear failures, moisture related failure; organic chemical related failure; photolytic degradation; and microbial degradation. Characterization of plastics in failure analysis is described with additional articles on analysis of structure, surface analysis, and fractography.

Handbook of Case Histories in Failure Analysis, Volume 2

Handbook of Case Histories in Failure Analysis, Volume 2
Author: Khlefa Alarbe Esaklul
Publisher: ASM International
Total Pages: 608
Release: 1992-01-01
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9780871704955

Presents more than 120 expert failure analysis case histories from industries including automotive, aerospace, utilities, oil and gas, petrochemical, biomedical, ground transportation, off-highway vehicles, and more. Volume 2 builds on the tremendous acceptance of Volume 1 by the failure analysis community. The two volumes can also be purchased as a set for a special discounted price. Learn how others have investigated and solved failures in various industries involving a wide range of failure modes, materials, and analysis techniques.

Fractography and Failure Analysis

Fractography and Failure Analysis
Author: Jorge Luis González-Velázquez
Publisher: Springer
Total Pages: 172
Release: 2018-03-19
Genre: Science
ISBN: 3319766511

This book presents fractography and failure analysis at a level that is accessible for non-expert readers, without losing scientific rigor. It offers a comprehensive description of fracture surfaces in engineering materials, with an emphasis on metals, and of the methodology for the observation of fracture surfaces. It also discusses in detail the main fracture mechanisms and their corresponding fracture surfaces, including brittle, ductile, fatigue, and environmental fractures. The last chapter is dedicated to the use of fractography in determining of the causes component failure. In modern engineering, the analysis of fractured components is a common practice in many fields, such as integrity management systems, materials science research, and failure investigations. As such this book is useful for engineers, scientists, engineering students, loss adjuster surveyors and any professional dealing with fractured components.