MP4701 Design and Operation of Sustainable Systems: RBD and FMEA

This report presents a comprehensive analysis of a Ford motor engine using Reliability Block Diagram (RBD) and Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) techniques. The introduction highlights the importance of condition monitoring systems and explores various methods like Sensitivity Analysis using Linear Programming and Markov Chain. The RBD analysis graphically represents the engine's components to identify potential areas of poor reliability and calculates the overall system reliability after 6 years. The FMEA section systematically evaluates potential failure modes, their causes, and effects, assessing the associated risks and prioritizing corrective actions for components like the camshaft gear, piston, and crankshaft. Advantages and disadvantages of both methods are discussed. The report concludes with proposed engine coolant mechanisms using RBD analysis and includes references to relevant research. The analysis provides a detailed understanding of the Ford motor engine's reliability and potential failure points, offering insights for design improvements and maintenance strategies.