Some fundamentals of reliability analysis as applicable to aerospace structures are reviewed, and the concept of a test option is introduced. A decision methodology, based on statistical decision theory, is developed for determining the most cost-effective design factor and method of testing for a given structural assembly. The method is applied to several Saturn V and Space Shuttle structural assemblies as examples. It is observed that the cost and weight features of the design have a significant effect on the optimum decision.
Decision theory in structural reliability
Annual Reliability and Maintainability Symposium ; 1975 ; Washington, DC
1975-01-01
Miscellaneous
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English
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