2.4 Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA)

Conducting a Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA) is a proactive engineering step crucial for identifying and mitigating potential risks in the mechanical design. Designers systematically identify potential mechanical failure modes (e.g., frame fracture, loose cells, seal failure), their potential causes, and the effects of such failures on module performance and safety. By assessing the severity, likelihood of occurrence, and detectability of each potential failure, risks are prioritized, and targeted design mitigations or verification activities are implemented to create a more robust and reliable module.