Two Parameter Weibull Distribution

Two Parameter Weibull Distribution Method The POF is computed from Equation (1.2): ( ) 1 exp f t P t
β η     =− −          (1.2) Where the Weibull Shape Parameter, β , is unit-less, the Weibull
characteristic life parameter, η , in years, and t is the independent variable time in years. 4.1.3.1
Weibull Shape Factor The β parameter, shows how the failure rate develops over time. Failure-modes
related with infant mortality, random, or wear-out have significant different β values. The β
parameter determines which member of the Weibull family of distributions is most appropriate.
Different members have different shapes. The Weibull distribution fits a broad range of life data
compared to other distributions. 4.1.3.2 Weibull Characteristic Life The η parameter is defined as the
time at which 63.2% of the units have failed. For β =1 , the MTTF and η are equal. This is true for all
Weibull distributions regardless of the shape factor. Adjustments are made to the characteristic life
parameter to increase or decrease the POF as a result of environmental factors, asset types, 18 API
RECOMMENDED PRACTICE 581 or as a result of actual inspection data. These adjustments may be
viewed as an adjustment to the mean time to failure (MTTF).