failure mode analysis

Failure mode analysis is a systematic process used to identify potential ways a system or component could fail. It involves examining all parts and functions to determine possible problems, such as errors, damage, or breakdowns. By predicting these failure modes, engineers can understand how failures might occur, their causes, and effects. This helps in designing improvements, implementing safeguards, and reducing the risk of unexpected failures, ultimately increasing safety, reliability, and performance of products or systems.