Affiliation:
1. Department of Mathematics, Statistics and Computer Science, G. B. Pant University of Agriculture and Technology, Pantnagar, India
Abstract
In this paper, it is aimed to propose a notion of the alternating renewal process to mathematically model a multi-failure complex system in order to develop its availability and maintenance measures. In the study, M/E2/1 queueing model with infinite waiting space during service times of components has been worked out under the FCFS discipline. Inspections are performed at regular intervals to detect breakdowns. The primary objective of the paper is about obtaining the system’s reliability, availability, and the optimal interval period with minimum maintenance cost. To validate the mentioned model a case study has been done on the Power Distribution System. Finally, a comparative study between M/E2/1 and M/M/1 queuing models is done and the various aspects based on availability and long-run cost are focused in the analytical result. The results were direct toward enhancing the availability of the system and making the decision about an appropriate inspection period.
Publisher
World Scientific Pub Co Pte Ltd
Subject
Electrical and Electronic Engineering,Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering,Energy Engineering and Power Technology,Aerospace Engineering,Safety, Risk, Reliability and Quality,Nuclear Energy and Engineering,General Computer Science