A Brief Discussion on Functional Analysis and Allocation
Dr. Vankadari Gupta
Abstract
A key component of systems engineering is functional analysis and allocation, which is essential for the creation and design of complex systems. It entails the methodical dissection of a system into its functional components and the distribution of these components or subsystems to distinct components or functions. The main ideas and advantages of functional analysis and allocation in systems engineering are summarised in this summary. The basic tenets of functional analysis are examined in the first section of this abstract. It talks about the process of defining and determining the tasks that a system must do in order to provide its intended function. To achieve a thorough grasp of the required functionality, this stage entails analysing the system's requirements, user demands, and operating situations. The distribution of functions among various system components or subsystems is the subject of the second section, which focuses on functional allocation. This procedure takes into account a number of variables, such as technological viability, performance specifications, cost effectiveness, and resource limitations. Reliability, maintainability, and safety issues may also be taken into consideration when allocating resources.
