This practical, self-contained resource discusses the modern tools that support designs based on product reliability - focusing on the classical techniques of reliability analysis as well as state-of-the-art response surface modeling and physics-based reliability prediction methods. Generously illustrated and containing key bibliographic citations, Reliability-Based Mechanical Design is an incomparable reference for mechanical, quality and reliability, design, structural, industrial, manufacturing, warranty, safety, and life-cycle cost engineers; materials scientists; engineering inspectors and consultants; and upper-level undergraduate, graduate, and continuing-education students in these disciplines.