Reliability Engineering and the Application of CNC Machine Tools discusses the basic theory of reliability, reliability design, reliability-driven product manufacturing support technology, reliability management technology, factor analysis and the control of reliability engineering, and the implementation of reliability systems in NC machine tools. The book provides many practical case studies and experience summaries of CNC machine tool reliability engineering; these provide valuable learning material for researchers, engineers and technicians. - Provides a systematic introduction to the concepts, principles and methods of CNC machine tool reliability engineering - Includes a large number of case studies and practical experience information - The book is comprehensive and covers all aspects of reliability design, reliability assessment, fault diagnosis, maintenance and repair of NC machine tools