Video 3: PFMEA Step 3 Function Analysis

This lesson covers Function Analysis and focuses on ensuring that the intended functions and requirements of both the product and the process are clearly defined and properly allocated. It explains how to describe functions using clear action verbs so that each activity is specific, measurable, and easy to understand. The video also clarifies the difference between product characteristics and process characteristics, helping you see how each one plays a role in meeting customer and engineering requirements.

Through a practical case study, you will learn how to link individual process steps, such as inserting pins, to customer specifications and technical standards. The lesson shows how to define the function of the process item, the process step, and the work element so that manufacturing activities align with customer expectations. It also provides guidance on identifying requirements and characteristics before moving on to the analysis of potential failures.

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