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General Failure Analysis Procedure

Although the sequence and the steps may vary depending upon the character of the failure, some of the steps that may comprise a typical failure analysis are shown below:

•   Collection of background data (review documentation and speak with appropriate individuals)
•   Selection of failed and unfailed samples for examination
•   Preliminary examination of the failed part
•   Nondestructive evaluation
•   Mechanical testing
•   Macroscopic examination and analysis
•   Microscopic examination and analysis
•   Determination of failure mode.
•   Chemical analysis
•   Fracture mechanics considerations
•   Full scale testing under service conditions
•   Analysis of the evidence
•   Formulation of conclusions
•   Recommendations to prevent reoccurrence

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