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Optimal Reliability of Parallel Multicomponent Systems

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In this paper the reliability of parallel multi-component systems will be considered.

The number and kind of spare components will be determined for maximum improvement in reliability under the assumption that limited funds are available for the purpose.

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  1. N.V. Philips Gloielampenfabriken, Eindhoven, The Netherlands

    Ir. H. W. v. d. Meerendonk

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  1. Ir. R. N. v. Hees
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v. Hees, I., v. d. Meerendonk, I. Optimal Reliability of Parallel Multicomponent Systems. J Oper Res Soc 12, 16–26 (1961). https://doi.org/10.1057/jors.1961.2

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