The Engineering of Maintainability

Pasquale De Marco

Summary

In an era defined by technological advancement and complex systems, maintainability has become a critical factor in ensuring the efficiency, effectiveness, and longevity of assets across industries. This comprehensive guide to maintainability engineering empowers readers with the knowledge and tools to design, implement, and optimize maintenance strategies that maximize system uptime, minimize life cycle costs, and enhance overall system performance.

Delving into the intricacies of maintainability mathematics and modeling, the book provides a solid foundation for analyzing and predicting system behavior, optimizing maintenance schedules, and making data-driven decisions. It emphasizes the importance of integrating maintainability considerations into the design process, highlighting techniques for creating systems that are inherently easier to maintain.

Recognizing the critical role of human interaction in maintenance effectiveness, the book explores the human factors aspects of maintainability, delving into the design of user-friendly maintenance interfaces, the optimization of maintenance procedures for human performance, and the importance of effective training programs.

With a focus on continuous improvement, the book provides a roadmap for driving ongoing enhancements in maintainability. It introduces readers to reliability growth programs, data analytics for maintenance optimization, and the sharing of lessons learned. By fostering a culture of continuous improvement, organizations can proactively identify and address maintainability challenges, ensuring that their systems remain resilient, adaptable, and responsive to evolving needs.

Written in an engaging and accessible style, this book is an invaluable resource for engineers, technicians, managers, and anyone seeking to gain a deeper understanding of maintainability engineering. With its comprehensive coverage of theoretical foundations, practical insights, and real-world case studies, this book is the definitive guide to achieving maintainability excellence in today's complex and interconnected world.


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Available since: 06/02/2025.

Print length: 164 pages.

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