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The reasons for applying Bayesian methods in reliability problems are given. Bayes’ theorem is explained and the Bayes’ technique is demonstrated by means of an example. Two further examples taken from a safety study on gas transmission pipelines show the versatility of Bayesian methods.
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Badoux, R.A.J. (1991). Introduction to Bayesian Methods in Reliability. In: Sander, P., Badoux, R. (eds) Bayesian Methods in Reliability. Topics in Safety, Reliability and Quality, vol 1. Springer, Dordrecht. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-94-011-3482-8_1
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