IEC 61508 is an international standard that provides a framework for the development and assessment of safety-related systems using electrical and electronic technologies. Published by the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC), this standard is crucial in industries where functional safety is essential, such as automotive, aerospace, industrial automation, and medical devices. ### Key Components of IEC 61508: 1. **Functional Safety**: The standard defines functional safety as the part of safety that depends on the correct functioning of safety-related systems.
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