Fault-detection testing refers to the process of identifying, determining, and diagnosing faults or errors in a system, primarily within engineering, software development, or electronic fields. This term is commonly used when discussing testing methodologies aimed at ensuring that software or hardware performs as intended without errors.
Frequency of Use: This term is widely used in technical and engineering contexts, particularly in discussions related to quality assurance, software testing, and reliability engineering. It tends to be more prevalent in written contexts, such as technical documentation, reports, and academic papers, rather than in everyday verbal communication.
The engineers performed fault-detection testing to ensure the reliability of the software before its launch.
Ingénieurs ont effectué des tests de détection de défauts pour garantir la fiabilité du logiciel avant son lancement.
Fault-detection testing is crucial for maintaining quality control in manufacturing processes.
Les tests de détection de défauts sont cruciaux pour maintenir le contrôle de la qualité dans les processus de fabrication.
Advanced fault-detection testing techniques can significantly reduce downtime in machinery.
Des techniques avancées de tests de détection de défauts peuvent réduire considérablement les temps d’arrêt des machines.
While "fault-detection testing" itself is primarily a technical term and not commonly featured in idiomatic expressions, there are related terms that involve "fault" in idioms related to blame or error. Here are some related idioms:
He always finds fault with my work, even when I do my best.
Il trouve toujours des défauts dans mon travail, même quand je fais de mon mieux.
To lay the fault at someone's door
The management laid the fault at the engineer's door for the system failure.
La direction a mis la faute sur le dos de l'ingénieur pour la panne du système.
Fault line (figuratively, refers to a division or tension point)
The term "fault" derives from the Old French faulte, which comes from the Latin fallita, meaning "to fall short" or "to deceive." The term "detection" originates from the Latin detectio, which means "to uncover" or "to reveal." The word "testing" comes from the Latin testare, meaning "to witness" or "to prove." The combination of these elements describes the act of uncovering deficiencies.
Synonyms: - Error detection - Fault finding - Bug identification - Defect analysis
Antonyms: - Fault-tolerance (the ability of a system to continue operation despite failures) - Error prevention - System reliability