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  • SOR 1163 Why Paper Jams Persist

    SOR 1163 Why Paper Jams Persist
    Apr 6 2026
    Why Paper Jams Persist Abstract Mojan and Fred dive into the surprisingly complex world of the “paper jam,” a problem that remains a daily frustration despite decades of high-level scientific research. From Fred’s time at HP to the massive technical laboratories at Xerox, they explore why the interaction between rigid mechanisms and non-rigid, organic media […]
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  • SOR 1162 Risk Prioritization in FMEA

    SOR 1162 Risk Prioritization in FMEA
    Apr 3 2026
    Risk Prioritization in FMEA Abstract Carl and Fred discuss a question from a reader about risk prioritization in FMEA procedure. Key Points Join Carl and Fred as they discuss the role of risk prioritization in FMEA, what is it, and what is the best way to prioritize risk in FMEA. Topics include: Discussion of history […]
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  • SOR 1161 Our Unique Role in Reliability

    SOR 1161 Our Unique Role in Reliability
    Mar 30 2026
    Our Unique Role in Reliability Abstract Carl and Fred discuss the ongoing challenge between doing reliability work ourselves and enabling others to accomplish the work. And what is the future human role in the field of reliability, given the advancements in AI? Key Points Join Carl and Fred as they discuss the unique role of […]
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  • SOR 1160 Data Gathering Challenges

    SOR 1160 Data Gathering Challenges
    Mar 27 2026
    Data Gathering Challenges Abstract Enrico and Fred discuss Key Points Join Enrico and Fred as they discuss Topics include: point 1 point 2 point 3 Enjoy an episode of Speaking of Reliability. Where you can join friends as they discuss reliability topics. Join us as we discuss topics ranging from design for reliability techniques to […]
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  • SOR 1159 2 HALT Objections

    SOR 1159 2 HALT Objections
    Mar 23 2026
    2 HALT Objections Abstract Kirk and Fred discuss the value of HALT for a product late in a new product development process. Key Points Join Kirk and Fred as they discuss whether applying HALT yields a good ROI (return on investment) when they are already working on reliability problems discovered during standard development. Topics include: […]
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  • SOR 1158 Clarifying a Point About HALT

    SOR 1158 Clarifying a Point About HALT
    Mar 20 2026
    Clarifying a Point About HALT Abstract Kirk and Fred discuss the continued meaning of the acronym HALT, which was originally coined by Gregg Hobbs, Ph.D., P.E., to stand for Highly Accelerated Life Test, which is a misnomer. Key Points Join Kirk and Fred as they discuss a listener’s question about the use of the term […]
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  • SOR 1157 Dealing with No Failures

    SOR 1157 Dealing with No Failures
    Mar 16 2026
    Dealing with No Failures Abstract Mojan and Fred tackle the common engineering dilemma of what to do when a test concludes with zero failures. They discuss how to “artificially” assume a failure to benchmark against existing models and how to determine if your product is actually better than expected or if your test was simply […]
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  • SOR 1156 Reasons to Model

    SOR 1156 Reasons to Model
    Mar 13 2026
    Reasons to Model Abstract Mojan and Fred discuss the strategic shift from modeling as a checkbox exercise to using RAM (Reliability, Availability, and Maintainability) models as a driver for proactive decision-making. They explore how modeling forces teams to confront “the weakest link” and align resources where they can have the most impact early in a program […]
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