Fuzzy Human Reliability Analysis: Applications and Contributions Review

P. BAZIUK; SELVA S. RIVERA; J. NÚÑEZ MC LEOD

Advances in Fuzzy Systems

Hindawi Publishing Corporation

Lugar: New York; Año: 2016 vol. 2016

The applications and contributions of fuzzy set theory to human reliability analysis (HRA) are reassessed. The main contribution of fuzzy mathematics relies on its ability to represent vague information. Many HRA authors have made contributions developing new models, introducing fuzzy quantification methodologies. Conversely, others have drawn on fuzzy techniques or methodologies for quantifying already existing models. Fuzzy contributions improve HRA in five main aspects: (1) uncertainty treatment, (2) expert judgment data treatment, (3) fuzzy fault trees, (4) performance shaping factors, and (5) human behaviour model. Finally, recent fuzzy applications and new trends in fuzzy HRA are herein discussed.