The guidance system of a ship are controlled by a computer that has three major modules. In order for the computer to function properly, all three modules must function. Two of the modules have a reliabilities of .97, and the other has a reliability of .99.
A) What is the reliability of the computer. I know the reliability is .9315 by taking .97*.97*.99
I need help with these two questions:
1) A backup computer identical to the one being used will be installed to improve overall reliability. Assuming the new computer automatically functions if the main one fails, determinig the resulting reliability.
2) If the backup computer must be activated by a switch in the event that the first computer fails, and the switch has a reliability of .98, what is the overall reliability of the system?