A failure analysis is a process of investigating and identifying the causes of damage to materials or products. The process may vary depending on the type of damage and material, but generally it includes the following steps:

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1. Damage inspection: Before the analysis begins, the damaged material or product is examined more closely and background information about the component and possible impacts on the component is collected.

2. Sampling: To perform the analysis, representative samples of the damaged material or product are taken. These samples are then prepared for further testing.

3. Analysis: Samples are examined using different analysis methods depending on the type of damage and the material. This may include microscopy (light microscopy and scanning electron microscopy), spectroscopy (IR spectroscopy, XPS), chemical analysis, thermal analysis, etc.

4. Reporting: Once the analysis is complete, the results are documented and summarized in a report. The report contains information about the type of damage, possible causes of the damage, and recommendations for resolving the problem.

5. Implementation: Recommendations are then made to correct the problem to ensure that the material or product is safe and reliable again.

It is important to note that the choice of analysis methods and the performance of the analysis should be carried out by qualified and experienced experts to ensure that the results are reliable and accurate.