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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