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The reliability analysis based on the generalized intuitionistic fuzzy two-parameter Pareto distribution.
Zahra Roohanizadeh1, Ezzatallah Baloui Jamkhaneh1, Einolah Deiri1
1Department of Statistics, Qaemshahr Branch Islamic Azad University, Qaemshahr, Iran.
Soft Computing
|October 3, 2022
Summary
This study introduces generalized intuitionistic fuzzy numbers for the two-parameter Pareto lifetime distribution. It defines and analyzes fuzzy reliability characteristics for systems, offering new insights into reliability analysis under uncertainty.
Area of Science:
- Reliability Engineering
- Fuzzy Mathematics
- Probability Theory
Background:
- The two-parameter Pareto lifetime distribution is a key model in reliability analysis.
- Vague or uncertain parameters in lifetime distributions pose challenges for accurate reliability assessment.
- Intuitionistic fuzzy sets offer a framework to handle imprecise and uncertain information.
Purpose of the Study:
- To extend the two-parameter Pareto lifetime distribution using generalized intuitionistic fuzzy numbers.
- To define and analyze generalized intuitionistic fuzzy reliability characteristics.
- To evaluate the reliability of series and parallel systems with fuzzy parameters.
Main Methods:
- Introduction of a new L-R type intuitionistic fuzzy number.
- Derivation of cuts for the new fuzzy set.
- Definition of generalized intuitionistic fuzzy reliability functions (reliability, conditional reliability, hazard rate, mean time to failure).
- Application to two-parameter Pareto reliability analysis and system reliability.
Main Results:
- The paper successfully defines and computes generalized intuitionistic fuzzy reliability characteristics.
- Reliability analysis for series and parallel systems is performed using these fuzzy sets.
- Illustrative plots demonstrate the fuzzy reliability characteristics for specific parameter and cut set values.
Conclusions:
- The proposed method provides a robust framework for reliability analysis with uncertain parameters in the Pareto lifetime distribution.
- The generalized intuitionistic fuzzy approach enhances the understanding of system reliability under vagueness.
- The study offers practical tools for reliability engineers dealing with imprecise data.
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