Reliability calculation with error tree analysis and breakdown effect analysis for a quadcopter power distribution system

Abstract

Quadcopters are playing an increasingly important role in a variety of industries due to their numerous advantages over other types of aircraft. Additionally, quadcopters are susceptible to damage, and their repair can be costly. On the other hand, today, reliability is recognized as a critical design feature in most industries. A device's reliability is one of the most important and complex issues in the field of engineering since it provides engineers with an insight into how a device performs. Due to the fact that reliability is a major factor in all industries and can significantly affect the quality and life of products, we analyzed the reliability of a quadcopter using statistical relationships, mathematical models, and previous experiences. After examining the failure modes and their effects on the system, the effects of the quadcopter failures are analyzed using the FMEA method, in order to determine the cause and mode of the failure. Finally, to determine the causes of failure, we have checked the quadcopter by the FTA method to minimize the possibility of failure. The purpose of this article is to discuss definitions and concepts in the field of reliability, followed by an analysis of the quadcopter and its components.