In the last fifty years, one man stands out as the driving force behind the quality revolution—Genichi Taguchi. Now, for the first time in one volume, Taguchi's Quality Engineering Handbook presents all the methods and beliefs that have made Taguchi one of the most respected authorities on quality engineering and management in the world.
No other single volume presents the full breadth of founding beliefs behind the successful engineering practices used by today's leading companies. Helpful to companies in both manufacturing and service industries, Taguchi's Quality Engineering Handbook provides accessible material on such topics as:
Quality loss function
On-line quality engineering
Signal-to-noise ratio
Robust engineering
Design of experiments (known as the "Taguchi method")
Mahalanobis–Taguchi Systems (MTS)
Taguchi's Quality Engineering Handbook is a landmark resource for everyone interested in quality and engineering, from engineers and managers to upper-level VPs and educators.
Preface
Acknowledgments
About The Authors
Section 1 : Theory
Part I : Genichi Taguchi's Latest Thinking
Chapter 1 : The 2nd Industrial Revolution and Information Technology Chapter 2 : Management for Quality Engineering Chapter 3 : Quality Engineering : Strategy in Research and Development Chapter 4 : Quality Engineering : The Taguchi Method
Part II : Quality Engineering : a Historical Perspective
Chapter 5 : Development of Quality Engineering in Japan Chapter 6 : History of Taguchi's Quality Engineering in The United States
Part II : Quality Loss Function
Chapter 7 : Introduction to Qlf Chapter 8 : Quality Loss Function for Different Quality Characteristics Chapter 9 : Specification Tolerancing Chapter 10 : Tolerance Design
Part IV : Signal-To-Noise Ratio
Chapter 11 : Introduction to The Signal-To-Noise Ratio Chapter 12 : Sn Ratios for Continuous Variables Chapter 13 : Sn Ratio for Classified Attributes
Part V : Robust Engineering
Chapter 14 : System Design Chapter 15 : Parameter Design Chapter 16 : Tolerance Design Chapter 17 : Robust Technology Development Chapter 18 : Robust Engineering : a Manager's Perspective Chapter 19 : Implementation Strategies
Part VI : Mahalanobis-Taguchi System (Mts)
Chapter 20 : Mahalanobis-Taguchi System
Part VII : Software Testing and Application
Chapter 21 : Application of Taguchi Methods to Software System Testing
Part VII : On-Line Quality Engineering
Chapter 22 : Tolerancing and Quality Level Chapter 23 : Feedback Control Based on Product Characteristics Chapter 24 : Feedback Control of a Process Condition Chapter 25 : Process Diagnosis and Adjustment
Part IX : Experimental Regression
Chapter 26 : Parameter Estimation in Regression Equations
Part X : Design of Experiments
Chapter 27 : Introduction to Design of Experiments Chapter 28 : Fundamentals of Data Analysis Chapter 29 : Introduction to Analysis of Variance Chapter 30 : One-Way Layout Chapter 31 : Decomposition to Components With Unit Degrees of Freedom Chapter 32 : Two-Way Layout Chapter 33 : Two-Way Layout With Decomposition Chapter 34 : Two-Way Layout With Repetition Chapter 35 : Introduction to Orthogonal Arrays Chapter 36 : Layout of Orthogonal Arrays Using Linear Graphs Chapter 37 : Incomplete Data Chapter 38 : Youden Squares
Section 2 Application (Case Studies)
Part I : Robust Engineering : Chemical Applications
Biochemistry
Case 1 : Optimization of Bean Sprouting Conditions by Parameter Design Case 2 : Optimization of Small Algae Production by Parameter Design
Chemical Reaction
Case 3 : Optimization of Polymerization Reactions Case 4 : Evaluation of Photographic Systems by Dynamic Operating Window
Measurement
Case 5 : Application of Dynamic Optimization in Ultra-Trace Analysis Case 6 : Evaluation of Component Separation Using a Dynamic Operating Window Case 7 : Optimization of The Measuring Method for Granule Strength Case 8 : a Detection of Thermoresistant Bacteria
Pharmacology
Case 9 : Optimization of Model Ointment Prescriptions for in Vitro Percutaneous Permeation
Separation
Case 10 : Use of a Dynamic Operating Window for Herbal Medicine Granulation Case 11 : Particle-Size Adjustment in a Fine Grinding Process for Developer
Part II : Robust Engineering : Electrical Applications
Circuits
Case 12 : Design for Amplifier Stabilization Case 13 : Parameter Design of Ceramic Oscillation Circuits Case 14 : Evaluation Method of Electric Waveforms by Momentary Values Case 15 : Robust Design for Frequency-Modulation Circuits
Electronic Devices
Case 16 : Optimization of Blow-Off Charge Measurement Systems Case 17 : Evaluation of The Generic Function of Film Capacitors Case 18 : Parameter Design of Fine Line Patterning for Ic Fabrication Case 19 : Minimizing Variation in Pot Core Transformer Processing Case 20 : Optimization of Back Contact of Power Mosfets
Electrophoto
Case 21 : Development of High-Quality Developers for Electrophotography Case 22 : Functional Evaluation for The Electrophotographic Process
Part III : Robust Engineering : Mechanical Applications
Biomechanical
Case 23 : Biomechanical Comparison of Flexor Tendon Repairs
Machining
Case 24 : Optimization of Machining Conditions by Electric Power Case 25 : Development of Machining Technology for High Performance Steel by Transformability Case 26 : Transformability of Plastic Injection-Molded Gear
Material Design
Case 27 : Optimization of a Felt Resist Paste Formula Used in Partial Felting Case 28 : Development of Friction Material for Automatic Transmissions Case 29 : Parameter Design on a Foundry Process Using Green Sand Case 30 : Development of Functional Material by Plasma Spraying
Material Strength
Case 31 : Optimization of Two-Piece Gear Brazing Conditions Case 32 : Optimization of Resistance Welding Conditions for Electronic Components Case 33 : Tile Manufacturing Using Industrial Waste
Measurement
Case 34 : Development of an Electrophotographic Toner Charging Function Measuring System Case 35 : Clear Vision by Robust Design Case 36 : Optimization of Adhesion Condition of Resin Board and Copper Plate Case 37 : Optimization of a Wave Soldering Process Case 38 : Optimization of Casting Conditions for Camshafts by Simulation Case 39 : Optimization of Photoresist Profile Using Simulation Case 40 : Optimization of a Deep Drawing Process Case 41 : Robust Technology Development of an Encapsulation Process Case 42 : Gas-Arc Stud Weld Process Parameter Optimization Utilizing Robust Design Case 43 : Optimization of Molding Conditions of Thick-Walled Products Case 44 : Quality Improvement of Electro-Deposited Process for Magnet Production Case 45 : Optimization of an Electrical Encapsulation Process Through Parameter Design Case 46 : Development of Plastic Injection Molding Technology by Transformability
Product Development
Case 47 : Stability Design of Shutter Mechanisms of Single-Use Cameras by Simulation Case 48 : Optimization of a Clutch Disc Torsional Damping System Design Case 49 : Direct Injection Diesel Injector Optimization Case 50 : Optimization of Disc Blade Mobile Cutters Case 51 : D-Vhs Tape Travel Stability Case 52 : Functionality Evaluation of Spindles Case 53 : Improving Minivan Rear Window Latching Case 54 : Linear Proportional Purge Solenoids Case 55 : Optimization of a Linear Actuator Using Simulation Case 56 : Functionality of Evaluation of Articulated Robots Case 57 : New Ultra-Miniature Ems Tact Switch Optimization Case 58 : Optimization of an Electrical Connector Insulator Contact Housing Case 59 : Air Flow Noise Reduction of Intercoolers Case 60 : Reduction of Boosting Force Variation of Brake Boosters Case 61 : Reduction of Chattering Noise in 47-Feeder Valves Case 62 : Optimal Design for a Small Dc Motor Case 63 : Steering System On-Center Robustness Case 64 : Improvement of The Taste of Omelets
Case 65 : Wiper System Chatter Reduction
Other
Case 66 : Fabrication Line Capacity Planning Using a Robust Design Dynamic Model
Part IV : Mahalanobis - Taguchi System (Mts)
Human Performance
Case 67 : Prediction of Programming Ability From a Questionnaire Using Mts Case 68 : Technique for The Evaluation of Programming Ability Based on Mts
Inspection
Case 69 : Application of Mahalanobis Distance for The Automatic Inspection of Solder Joints Case 70 : Application of Mts to Thermal Ink Jet Image Quality Inspection Case 71 : Detector Switch Characterization Using Mts Case 72 : Exhaust Sensor Output Characterization Using Mts Case 73 : Defects Detection Using Mts
Medical Diagnosis
Case 74 : Application of Mahalanobis Distance to The Measurement of Drug Efficacy Case 75 : Use of Mahalanobis Distance in Medical Diagnosis Case 76 : Prediction of Urinary Continence Recovery Among Patients With Brain Disease Using Mahalanobis Distance Case 77 : Mahalanobis Distance Application for Health Examination and Treatment of Missing Data Case 78 : Forecasting Future Health From Existing Medical Examination Results Using Mts
Product
Case 79 : Character Recognition Using Mahalanobis Distance Case 80 : Printed Letter Inspection Technique Using Mts
Part V : Software Testing and Application
Algorithms
Case 81 : Optimization of a Diesel Engine Software Control Strategy Case 82 : Optimizing Video Compression
Computer Systems
Case 83 : Robust Optimization of a Real-Time Operating System Using Parameter Design
Software
Case 84 : Evaluation of Capability and Error in Programming Case 85 : Evaluation of Programmer's Ability in Software Production Case 86 : Robust Testing of Electronic Warfare Systems Case 87 : Streamlining of Debugging Software Using an Orthogonal Array
Part VI : On-Line Quality Engineering
On-Line
Case 88 : Application of On-Line Quality Engineering to The Automobile Manufacturing Process Case 89 : Design of Preventive Maintenance of a Bucket Elevator Through Simultaneous Use of Periodic Maintenance and Checkup Case 90 : Feedback Control by Quality Characteristics Case 91 : Control of Mechanical Component Parts in a Manufacturing Process Case 92 : Semiconductor Rectifier Manufacturing by On-Line Quality Engineering
Part VII : Miscellaneous
Miscellaneous
Case 93 : Estimation of Working Hours in Software Development Case 94 : Application of Linear and Nonlinear Regression Equations for Engineering
Section 3 : Taguchi's Methods Versus Other Quality Philosophies
Chapter 39 : Quality Management in Japan Chapter 40 : Deming and Taguchi's Quality Engineering Chapter 41 : Enhancing Robust Design With The Aid of Triz and Axiomatic Design Chapter 42 : Testing and Quality Engineering Chapter 43 : Total Product Development and Taguchi's Quality Engineering Chapter 44 : Role of Taguchi Methods in Design for Six Sigma
Appendix A : Orthogonal Array and Linear Graphs Tools for Quality Engineering
Appendix B : Equations for On-Line Process Control
Appendix C : Orthogonal Array and Linear Graphs for Chapter 38
Glossary
Bibliopgraphy
Index
