Taguchi Methods: Case Studies from the U.S. and EuropeTaguchi Methods differ significantly from traditional Western design of experiments in objectives, philosophy, and methodology. This book helps readers make the transition to this new approach for building efficiency. It features 22 case studies which describe the diverse environments in which Taguchi Methods have been successfully applied. Question-and-answer summaries accompany each case study to clarify the concepts and strategies that readers can adapt to their organizations' needs. |
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INTRODUCTION | 1 |
SHEETMOLDED COMPOUND PROCESS IMPROVEMENT | 31 |
INSTRUMENT PANEL PROCESS DEVELOPMENT | 41 |
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