Mathematical Modeling and Examination of the Effects of Structural Redundancy in а Class of Computer-Based Fault Tolerant Systems

Mariya Hristova

doi:10.1515/cait-2016-0018

Abstract

The present article models and examines k˅n systems, in particular Triple modular redundancy (2˅3) and 3˅5. The aim of the study is to derive mathematical models, which are used for determining the impact of structural redundancy (the number of channels n and the threshold of the quorum function k) on the reliability of the system. The probability of failure-free operation p and the Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) are used as reliability indicators.

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Mathematical Modeling and Examination of the Effects of Structural Redundancy in а Class of Computer-Based Fault Tolerant Systems

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