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Carl S. Carlson — Thought Leader

Author of Inside FMEA articles, FMEA Resources page, and multiple books, and a co-host on Speaking of Reliability.


This author's archive lists contributions of articles and episodes.

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SOR 628 HALT & Activation Energy

SOR 628 HALT & Activation Energy

HALT & Activation Energy

Abstract

Carl and Fred discussing a listener-submitted topic about highly accelerated life testing.
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SOR 627 Selecting Tools for a Plan

SOR 627 Selecting Tools for a Plan

Selecting Tools for a Plan

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Carl and Fred discussing how to select the tools that will be used in reliability plans.
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SOR 626 The Dangers of Group Think

SOR 626 The Dangers of Group Think

The Dangers of Group Think

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Carl and Fred discussing the dynamics of teams, how they work, and what can go wrong.
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SOR 625 Common Sense

SOR 625 Common Sense

Common Sense

Abstract

Carl and Fred discussing the role of common sense in reliability engineering and management.
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FMEA and Robust Design

FMEA and Robust Design

One of the most important concepts in designing for reliability is robust design. This article is a high-level overview of robust design and its relationship to FMEA.

“For the robust, an error is information.” Nassim Nicholas Taleb

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SOR 616 Teaching Reliability Part 2

SOR 616 Teaching Reliability Part 2

Teaching Reliability Part 2

Abstract

Carl and Fred continuing to discuss how to teach reliability. This is part 2 of the podcast series “Teaching Reliability.”
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Hazard Analysis and FMEA

“The danger which is least expected soonest comes to us.” Voltaire

This article discusses the application of Hazard Analysis, why it is used, and the similarities and differences with FMEA.

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SOR 608 Attributes of Reliability Requirements

SOR 608 Attributes of Reliability Requirements

Attributes of Reliability Requirements

Abstract

Carl and Fred discussing the attributes of good reliability requirements, and how they can be used to improve the reliability requirements setting process.
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SOR 607 Reliability Decisions

SOR 607 Reliability Decisions

Reliability Decisions

Abstract

Carl and Fred discussing some of their most memorable reliability decisions, and how the decisions came about.
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Understanding Software FMEA

“My software never has bugs. It just develops random features.” Anonymous

More and more mechanical and electrical systems include software integration. The FMEA methodology applies very well to software as well as hardware. It is possible to include software functionality in the System FMEA as part of the functional descriptions. However, for complex software functionality such as embedded control systems, it may be useful to perform a separate software FMEA.

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SOR 597 Reliability Tools: Supporting Good Decisions and Adding Value

SOR 597 Reliability Tools: Supporting Good Decisions and Adding Value

Reliability Tools: Supporting Good Decisions and Adding Value

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Carl and Fred discussing the myriad of reliability methods and tools, and how they can be differentiated by how they support program decisions and add value.
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Legal Guidelines for FMEAs

Legal Guidelines for FMEAs

FMEAs are legal documents that support the demonstration of due care in product development. FMEA teams should ensure their worksheets are consistent with good legal practices for documents, and follow company legal guidelines.

“Common sense often makes good law.” William Orville Douglas, past Justice of the Supreme Court

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SOR 596 Approach to Platform Reliability

SOR 596 Approach to Platform Reliability

Approach to Platform Reliability

Abstract

Carl and Fred discussing a reliability approach where the focus becomes core functions. This is compared to approaching reliability at the project level.
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SOR 595 Lesson Learned Doing Virtual Work

SOR 595 Lesson Learned Doing Virtual Work

Lesson Learned Doing Virtual Work

Abstract

Carl and Fred discussing the timely subject of working from home in the virtual world. Whether you are running a meeting, participating in an FMEA, teaching, or collaborating online, what works and does not work?
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SOR 594 FMEA and Legal Considerations

SOR 594 FMEA and Legal Considerations

FMEA and Legal Considerations

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Carl and Fred discussing common sense legal guidelines for doing FMEAs. The focus of FMEAs should be first and foremost on improving designs and manufacturing processes, and consistent with company legal policy.
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