Counter rollover is a classic mistake in computer software. And, it just bit the Boeing 787.The Problem:The Boeing 787 aircraft's electrical power control units shut down if powered without interruption for 248 days (a bit over 8 months). In the likely case that all the control units were turned...
How To Report An Unintended Acceleration Problem
Every once in a while I get e-mail from someone concerned about unintended acceleration that has happened to them or someone they know. Commonly they go to the car dealer and get told (directly or indirectly) that it must have been the driver's fault. I'm sure that must be a frustrating experience.Fortunately,...