The aim of the present work is the confrontation of three numerical techniques results to optimize the operating conditions of thermal plasma spraying process. The Lattice Boltzmann method (LBM) is used to scrutinize dispersion effects of injection parameters on droplet impact characteristics...

Summary An important issue facing innovation managers is how to exercise adequate managerial control over new product development (NPD) teams in order to ensure that project goals are met. The current study advances research on this subject matter by analyzing the individual and joint effects of...

Abstract The reduction of run length variability has received little attention in the statistical process control literature. This note proposes a modification of the signal rule for the EWMA control chart resulting in a reasonable reduction of run length variability.

Limits of error for inventory differences (LEIDs) using variance propagation techniques have been discussed in previous INMM meetings. However, using the variance propagation methodology with a large number of actual inventory measurements on a monthly basis requires the use of an automated LEID...

Triple Diagonal (M) modeling is a technique to help quickly diagnose an organization`s existing production system and to identify significant improvement opportunities in executing, controlling, and planning operations. TD modeling is derived from ICAM Definition Language (IDEF 0)-also known as...

The Process Control Systems Forum (http://www.pcsforum.org) is an open, collaborative, voluntary forum established by the Department of Homeland Security. The purpose of the Forum is to accelerate the development of technology that will enhance the security, safety, and reliability of process...

Limits of error for inventory differences (LEIDs) using variance propagation techniques have been discussed in previous INMM meetings. However, using the variance propagation methodology with a large number of actual inventory measurements on a monthly basis requires the use of an automated LEID...

Statistical tests based on the scan statistic are introduced for detecting possible increases in the occurrence of hospital events. The tests use a moving window and the theoretical aspects of the tests are investigated using Markov chain theory. The main objective of this study is to provide a...

Purpose: The paper assesses effectiveness of a financing scheme for services sector entrepreneurs by a financial development institution in Malaysia based on the competencies measurement for entrepreneur in services sector, i.e. productivity and service delivery effectiveness...

In the last years, Additive Manufacturing, thanks to its capability of continuous improvements in performance and cost-efficiency, was able to partly replace and redefine well-established manufacturing processes. This research is based on the idea to achieve great cost and operational benefits...