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The reliability of multicomponent systems subject to cannibalization

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A reliability model for multicomponent multistate systems is presented. This is a generalization of a model previously studied by Hirsch, Meisner, and Boll. In the earlier model, when a failure occurs for which no replacement spare is available, the locations using the same type of part as that having failed are “cannibalized” so as to allocate the shortages to locations where they are least detrimental to system performance. Here, we permit certain restrictions to be imposed upon the cannibalization procedure, and develop effective techniques for relating the probability laws governing the level of system performance to the system structure, cannibalization policy, kit of spare parts, and part reliabilities.

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  • Richard M. Simon, 1972. "The reliability of multicomponent systems subject to cannibalization," Naval Research Logistics Quarterly, John Wiley & Sons, vol. 19(1), pages 1-14, March.
    • Handle: RePEc:wly:navlog:v:19:y:1972:i:1:p:1-14
    DOI: 10.1002/nav.3800190102
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    1. Levitin, Gregory & Finkelstein, Maxim & Dai, Yuanshun, 2021. "Optimization of cyclic preventive replacement in homogeneous warm-standby system with reusable elements exposed to shocks," Reliability Engineering and System Safety, Elsevier, vol. 207(C).
    2. Levitin, Gregory & Finkelstein, Maxim & Dai, Yuanshun, 2020. "Optimal preventive replacement policy for homogeneous cold standby systems with reusable elements," Reliability Engineering and System Safety, Elsevier, vol. 204(C).

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