Reliability, availability, and maintenance priority modeling for critical subsystems in rice processing plants
Year: 2026
Type: article
Abstract: This paper presents a comprehensive approach to evaluating and enhancing the reliability and availability of critical subsystems in rice processing plants, with a focus on establishing effective maintenance priorities. By employing Markovian modeling techniques, both time-dependent and steady-state behaviors of the plant are rigorously analyzed. The research utilizes a combination of differential equations and recursive methods to assess how subsystem failure and repair rates influence overall system performance. Simulation results, supported by MATLAB-based computations, demonstrate clear trends in availability reduction due to component failures and the positive impact of rapid repairs. The study further identifies the most influential subsystems, providing a prioritized framework for maintenance planning. Practical recommendations are offered to help plant managers allocate resources efficiently, reduce downtime, and enhance productivity, thereby supporting the continuous and reliable operation of rice manufacturing facilities.
Authors: Punam Rani, Sangeeta Malik, Arun Kumar
Institutions: Baba Mastnath University, Shri Khushal Das University
Language: English
Subfield: Safety, Risk, Reliability and Quality
Field: Engineering
Domain: Physical Sciences
Open Access status: bronze
OpenAlex ID: W7214797487