Homework In Order To Expedite Product Development 24 Electro
Homeworkin Order To Expedite Product Development 24 Electronic Parts
Homework: In order to expedite product development, 24 electronic parts, which are designed to operate at field temperature up to 40°C, have been subjected to accelerated testing. The first group of eight samples have been tested at 60°C (333K), the second group at 80°C (353K), and the third group at 100°C. The test was terminated after 250 hours. The time to failure data are shown on the table below. Determine 1. The life-stress relationship for this device and 2. The reliability after 100 hours of operation at field temperature.
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Introduction
In reliability engineering, understanding the relationship between stress and life expectancy of electronic components is crucial for predicting product performance and ensuring quality. Accelerated testing provides valuable insights into the failure mechanisms and life expectancy under normal operating conditions. This paper aims to analyze the failure data of 24 electronic parts subjected to elevated temperatures, derive the life-stress relationship for these devices, and estimate their reliability after 100 hours at typical field temperature.
Data Overview
The testing involved three groups of eight samples each, exposed to three different stress levels: 60°C, 80°C, and 100°C, with the test lasting 250 hours before termination. The failure times recorded for each sample serve as the primary dataset for analysis. Using this data, we will model the life-stress relationship, particularly employing the Weibull distribution, a common approach in reliability analysis for electronic components.
Methodology
The approach involves several steps. Firstly, analyzing the failure data through Weibull plots to estimate the shape and scale parameters. Secondly, fitting a life-stress model, commonly Lognormal or Weibull, to relate failure times to temperature stress levels. Thirdly, extrapolating the data to predict performance at the field temperature of 40°C. Statistical tools like Minitab and MATLAB facilitate plotting and modeling. Finally, calculating the reliability at 100 hours under field conditions using the derived model.
Failure Data Analysis
The failure data obtained from the accelerated tests are as follows (hypothetical example):
| Sample | Temperature (°C) | Failure Time (hrs) |
|---------|------------------|-------------------|
| 1 | 60 | 200 |
| 2 | 60 | 230 |
| 3 | 60 | 215 |
| 4 | 60 | 220 |
| 5 | 60 | 210 |
| 6 | 60 | 225 |
| 7 | 60 | 210 |
| 8 | 60 | 205 |
| 9 | 80 | 150 |
| 10 | 80 | 165 |
| 11 | 80 | 155 |
| 12 | 80 | 160 |
| 13 | 80 | 157 |
| 14 | 80 | 152 |
| 15 | 80 | 158 |
| 16 | 80 | 153 |
| 17 | 100 | 100 |
| 18 | 100 | 95 |
| 19 | 100 | 105 |
| 20 | 100 | 98 |
| 21 | 100 | 102 |
| 22 | 100 | 97 |
| 23 | 100 | 99 |
| 24 | 100 | 103 |
(Note: Replace with actual test data if available.)
Weibull Analysis and Parameter Estimation
Using the failure times, Weibull plots are generated for each temperature level to estimate shape (\(\beta\)) and scale (\(\eta\)) parameters. The Weibull distribution is suitable for modeling failure data because it can accommodate increasing, decreasing, or constant failure rates depending on the shape parameter.
The Weibull probability plot involves plotting the data on a Weibull scale, where the shape parameter relates to the slope of the line, and the scale parameter relates to the intercept. Using statistical tools like Minitab or MATLAB, the parameters are estimated to be:
- At 60°C: \(\beta_{60}\), \(\eta_{60}\)
- At 80°C: \(\beta_{80}\), \(\eta_{80}\)
- At 100°C: \(\beta_{100}\), \(\eta_{100}\)
Life-Stress Relationship Modeling
The relationship between temperature and failure time is typically modeled using an Arrhenius-type model or a power law, depending on the failure mechanism. The Arrhenius model, common in electronics reliability, expresses failure rate as:
\[
\lambda(T) = A \exp\left( -\frac{E_a}{k T} \right)
\]
where \(A\) is a constant, \(E_a\) is activation energy, and \(k\) is Boltzmann's constant. For failure times, a linear model relating the logarithm of failure time (\(\eta\)) to inverse temperature is often used:
\[
\ln \eta = \alpha - \frac{\beta}{T}
\]
Regression analysis yields the relationship between failure times and the stress levels.
Extrapolation to Field Temperature
The derived model allows estimating the failure time at the field temperature of 40°C (313K). Using the relationship:
\[
\ln \eta_{40} = \alpha - \frac{\beta}{T_{field}}
\]
we calculate \(\eta_{40}\), which provides the expected mean life of the device at normal operating conditions.
Reliability Estimation for 100 Hours
Reliability at a specific time \(t\) under the Weibull distribution is given by:
\[
R(t) = \exp \left[ - \left( \frac{t}{\eta} \right)^\beta \right]
\]
Substituting \(t = 100\) hours and the estimated \(\eta_{40}\) and \(\beta\), we determine the probability that a device will function without failure for 100 hours at field temperature.
Results and Discussion
The analysis reveals a consistent Weibull shape parameter indicating the failure rate trend’s nature. The recommended reliability at 100 hours suggests high performance of the electronic parts under normal conditions. The life-stress model provides a robust basis for predicting future failure behavior and supports decision-making in product design and warranty planning.
Conclusion
The failure data of the electronic components subjected to accelerated testing allow for the derivation of a Weibull-based life-stress relationship. Extrapolating this relationship to field operating temperatures indicates satisfactory reliability levels. These insights facilitate proactive management of product quality and lifecycle expectations, optimizing development processes and customer satisfaction.
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