WWRC 89-20
Reliability Analysis Using Load-Resistance Analysis
Abstract
The resistance or strength of a component is defined as the ability of
the component to accomplish its required mission satisfactorily without a
failure when subjected to an external stress. Stress is the loading of the
component, which may be a mechanical load, an environmental exposure,
a flow rate, temperature fluctuation, etc. The stress or loading tends
to cause failure of the component. When the strength of the component
is less than the stress imposed on it, the failure occurs. This type of analysis
can be applied to the reliability analysis of components of water
distribution systems.
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