: The underlying reason for the failure (e.g., incorrect algorithm, material weakness).
: What the component or step is intended to do. Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA)
: The specific way a system or component fails to meet its intended function (e.g., fracture, electrical short). : The underlying reason for the failure (e
: The impact of the failure on the end user or system (e.g., overheating, abnormal shutdown). Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA)
: The frequency or likelihood of the cause occurring.
: The likelihood that current controls will catch the failure before it reaching the customer. Prioritization Engine : Risk Priority Number (RPN) : Automatically calculated as to provide a preliminary priority list.