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Series: ASM Technical Books
Publisher: ASM International
Published: 01 August 2005
DOI: 10.31399/asm.tb.horfi.t51180061
EISBN: 978-1-62708-256-3
... Abstract Statistics, data analysis, root cause analysis, and problem-solving processes play a key role in failure investigations. This chapter explains how to collect failure investigation data, how to build and maintain a database for company-related failures, and how to use corresponding...
Series: ASM Technical Books
Publisher: ASM International
Published: 01 November 2019
DOI: 10.31399/asm.tb.mfadr7.t91110025
EISBN: 978-1-62708-247-1
... Abstract In embedded systems, the separation between system level, board level, and individual component level failure analysis is slowly disappearing. In order to localize the initial defect area, prepare the sample for root cause analysis, and image the exact root cause, the overall...
Book Chapter

Series: ASM Technical Books
Publisher: ASM International
Published: 01 August 2005
DOI: 10.31399/asm.tb.horfi.t51180127
EISBN: 978-1-62708-256-3
...: the Kepner-Tregoe structured problem-solving method, PROACT software for root cause analysis developed by the Reliability Center, Inc., and other processes and methods developed by the Failsafe Network, Inc., and Shainin LLC. failure investigation technical skills communication skills technical...
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By Arpan Bhattacherjee, Martin Parley
Series: ASM Technical Books
Publisher: ASM International
Published: 01 November 2019
DOI: 10.31399/asm.tb.mfadr7.t91110262
EISBN: 978-1-62708-247-1
... practices recommended for fast fault localization, accurate root cause analysis, FA equipment utilization, efficient cross-team collaboration, and database management. Challenges with an FA lab ecosystem are addressed by providing an integrated database and software platform that enable design layout...
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Series: ASM Technical Books
Publisher: ASM International
Published: 01 August 2005
DOI: 10.31399/asm.tb.horfi.t51180217
EISBN: 978-1-62708-256-3
... Rational Manager , Kepner-Tregoe , 1997 • Latino R.J. and Latino K.C. , Root Cause Analysis: Improving Performance for Bottom-Line Results , 2nd ed. , CRC Press , 2002 10.1201/9781420040418 • Nelms C.R. , What You Can Learn from Things That Go Wrong, a Guide Book...
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Series: ASM Technical Books
Publisher: ASM International
Published: 30 November 2013
DOI: 10.31399/asm.tb.uhcf3.t53630xvi
EISBN: 978-1-62708-270-9
... analysis investigation is to discover the root cause of the failure. Discovering the root cause will identify corrective actions to prevent identical failures. It will also indicate if the failure was a unique situation, or if widespread failures can be anticipated. Proper root-cause investigation...
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By Peter Jacob
Series: ASM Technical Books
Publisher: ASM International
Published: 01 November 2019
DOI: 10.31399/asm.tb.mfadr7.t91110513
EISBN: 978-1-62708-247-1
..., failure signatures, environmental conditions, regional failure occurrences, user profile issues, and more in the failure analysis process to improve root cause findings. automotive electronics failure analysis failure anamnesis preventive risk evaluation root cause analysis Automotives...
Series: ASM Technical Books
Publisher: ASM International
Published: 01 November 2023
DOI: 10.31399/asm.tb.edfatr.t56090109
EISBN: 978-1-62708-462-8
...-isolation domain of die-level failure analysis, multiple analytical techniques are involved, and have been proven to be indispensable for successful root-cause analysis. These techniques mainly fall into the following five areas: sample preparation, microscopy, nanoprobing, focused ion beam (FIB) circuit...
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Series: ASM Technical Books
Publisher: ASM International
Published: 01 August 2005
DOI: 10.31399/asm.tb.horfi.t51180091
EISBN: 978-1-62708-256-3
... for the investigation. failure Investigation root cause analysis corrective actions problem-solving process effectiveness NINE STEPS are necessary to the organization of a good failure investigation: Understand and negotiate the investigation goals. Obtain a clear understanding of the failure...
Series: ASM Technical Books
Publisher: ASM International
Published: 01 November 2019
DOI: 10.31399/asm.tb.mfadr7.t91110506
EISBN: 978-1-62708-247-1
..., manufacturing, and test process. This article discusses five key disciplines of the signature analysis process that need to be orchestrated within the organization: design for test practices, test floor data collection methodology, post-test data analysis tools, root cause theorization, and physical failure...
Book Chapter

Series: ASM Technical Books
Publisher: ASM International
Published: 01 August 2005
DOI: 10.31399/asm.tb.horfi.t51180001
EISBN: 978-1-62708-256-3
..., and uses examples to explain the factors involved and how to recognize them when the first appear. failure investigation root cause analysis failure prevention IMPORTANT ASPECTS of failure investigation addressed in this chapter include: The complexities of organizing a failure...
Series: ASM Technical Books
Publisher: ASM International
Published: 01 November 2019
DOI: 10.31399/asm.tb.mfadr7.t91110228
EISBN: 978-1-62708-247-1
... to start with detailed knowledge of the circuit, a fault tree analysis, or a hypothesis of the root cause. The only necessary deliverables are the failing DUT, the test that demonstrates the failure, and the voltage, frequency or other bias conditions that modulate the failure. The bias conditions...
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Series: ASM Technical Books
Publisher: ASM International
Published: 01 December 2009
DOI: 10.31399/asm.tb.sfa.t52780025
EISBN: 978-1-62708-268-6
...?”, the analysis can be concluded. If the root cause has not emerged with five “Why’s?”, the process can be continued until the root cause has been identified. The “five whys” approach has been criticized as being too superficial to be effective. Critics feel it can stop too early without unearthing the root...
Series: ASM Technical Books
Publisher: ASM International
Published: 01 August 2005
DOI: 10.31399/asm.tb.horfi.9781627082563
EISBN: 978-1-62708-256-3
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Series: ASM Technical Books
Publisher: ASM International
Published: 01 October 2005
DOI: 10.31399/asm.tb.faesmch.t51270087
EISBN: 978-1-62708-301-0
... to a fatigue crack. The exact cause of fatigue crack initiation could not be identified. However, temperature excursion, improper root loading, and material defects can be ruled out as primary causes for this failure. Failure Analysis of Engineering Structures: Methodology and Case Histories Copyright © 2005...
Series: ASM Technical Books
Publisher: ASM International
Published: 30 November 2013
DOI: 10.31399/asm.tb.uhcf3.9781627082709
EISBN: 978-1-62708-270-9
Series: ASM Technical Books
Publisher: ASM International
Published: 01 November 2019
DOI: 10.31399/asm.tb.mfadr7.t91110461
EISBN: 978-1-62708-247-1
... Abstract The ultimate goal of the failure analysis process is to find physical evidence that can identify the root cause of the failure. Transmission electron microscopy (TEM) has emerged as a powerful tool to characterize subtle defects. This article discusses the sample preparation procedures...
Book Chapter

Series: ASM Technical Books
Publisher: ASM International
Published: 01 October 2005
DOI: 10.31399/asm.tb.faesmch.t51270191
EISBN: 978-1-62708-301-0
... Abstract This report describes the failure of a gas turbine in a combined-cycle power plant and the examination and tests that were conducted to determine the cause. Based on microstructural analysis, hardness measurements, and tensile tests, the failure was attributed to inadequate clearances...
Series: ASM Technical Books
Publisher: ASM International
Published: 01 November 2019
DOI: 10.31399/asm.tb.mfadr7.t91110587
EISBN: 978-1-62708-247-1
... Abstract Passive components can be broadly divided into capacitors, resistors, and inductors. Failure analysis of these components helps determine the root cause and improve the overall quality and reliability of the electronic systems. This article describes different failure analysis...
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Series: ASM Technical Books
Publisher: ASM International
Published: 31 March 2024
DOI: 10.31399/asm.tb.gvar.t59360083
EISBN: 978-1-62708-435-2
... Abstract This chapter details the vibration limits for gearboxes. It focuses on critical speed and peak load. The chapter presents vibration measurement and analysis, which provides a quick and relatively inexpensive way to detect and identify mechanical problems before they become more serious...