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Electronic Reliability SP-573 SAE

Electronic Reliability SP-573, Society of Automotive Engineers (Marvin Hartz, editor), Warrendale PA, 1984. (52 pages).

This is a collection of SAE papers on electronic and wiring reliability. It was provoked by the rapid shift to electronic control components within automobiles caused by government emphasis on improved fuel economy. A more recent book, SP-696, should be considered more authoritative, especially with respect to reliability prediction models. Nonetheless, this book has additional information that is useful for understanding commercial product reliability issues.

The various papers can also be obtained from SAE Transactions, which may be more likely to be in libraries than this particular publication.

Topic coverage: (*** = emphasized; ** = discussed with some detail; * = mentioned)

Other topics: dependability math, data, common-cause failures, dependability assessment

From the preface:

"The first paper of this series deals with progress being made with the development and validation of a model for the prediction of reliability of automotive electronics modules. The data base supporting this model was derived from field warranty experience of operational automotive electronic modules. Prediction capability of the model has exceeded expectations. Initial efforts in the application of the predictive model confirm its potential for use at the design level. As data base information expands, the proficiency of the model as an accurate predictor can be expected to further improve.

"The following papers of the series deal with methods utilized in the design and manufacture of electrical/electronic automotive components to enhance the reliability of in-service performance. Several techniques involving in-process test methods and evaluation criteria are discussed. These techniques are anticipated to provide helpful information to designers and to those involved in reliability assessment of automotive electronics and electrical systems."

Contents:

Development of Reliability Prediction Models for
Electronic Components in Automotive Applications,
W. Binroth, D. Coit, W. Denson, and K. M. Hammer
(840486)                                               1

Elimination of Incoming Inspection - A Supplier/
Manufacturer Product-Quality Improvement Program,
E. M. Reiss, G. Hicks, and P. Chou (840487)            9

Accelerated Testing of Nonvolatile Memory Retention,
Randy A. Kessler and Endre P. Masa (840488)            17

Electrostatic Discharge - Handling Considerations for
Electronic Assemblies in Automotive Applications,
Bruce A. Myers, David C. Reek, and Stuart S.
Sullivan (840489)                                      29

Reliability Considerations for Automotive Electrical
Wiring Systems, James L. Orsine and Manu Anand
(840490)                                               37

Quality and Reliability of an Electronic Automobile
Dashboard, R. Sullini, E. DeCecco, and C.
Diodato (840491)                                       45

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