An improved minimal cut set algorithm
International Journal of Quality & Reliability Management
ISSN: 0265-671X
Article publication date: 1 March 1996
Abstract
Presents a new qualitative fault tree evaluation algorithm based on bit manipulation techniques for the identification of the largest independent sub‐trees and the subsequent determination of all minimal cut sets of large and complex fault trees. The methodology developed is validated by direct application to a complex fault tree taken from the literature. Results obtained are compared with those available in the literature. Shows that the use of the algorithm (FTABMT) developed results in significant savings in both computer time and storage requirements.
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Citation
Kara‐Zaitri, C. (1996), "An improved minimal cut set algorithm", International Journal of Quality & Reliability Management, Vol. 13 No. 2, pp. 114-132. https://doi.org/10.1108/02656719610110069
Publisher
:MCB UP Ltd
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