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Article: Reports from University of Southampton advance knowledge in mechanical engineering.
- Article from:
- Journal of Engineering
- Article date:
- November 11, 2009
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According to a study from Southampton, the United Kingdom, "Maintenance intervention is necessary for the equipment, such as aircraft structures and systems, to maintain their operational performance status during their lifetime. Generally maintenance costs make a significant contribution to overall operating costs."
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