Axiomatic Quality (PDF)

The first book to integrate axiomatic design and robust design for
a comprehensive quality approach

As the adoption of quality methods grows across various industries,
its implementation is challenged by situations where statistical
tools are inadequate, yet the earlier a proactive quality system is
introduced into a given process, the greater the payback these
methods will yield.

Axiomatic Quality brings together two well-established theories,
axiomatic design and robust design, to eliminate or reduce both
conceptual and operational weaknesses. Providing a complete
framework for immediate implementation, this book guides design
teams in producing systems that operate at high-quality levels for
each of their design requirements. And it shows the way towards
achieving the Six-Sigma target--six times the standard deviation
contained between the target and each side of the specification
limits--for each requirement.

This book develops an aggressive axiomatic quality approach
that:

* Provides the tools to reduce conceptual weaknesses of systems
using a framework called the conceptual design for capability

* Reduces operational weaknesses of systems in terms of quality
losses and control costs

* Uses mathematical relationships to bridge the gap between
science-based engineering and quality methods

Acclaro DFSS Light, a Java-based software package that implements
axiomatic design processes, is available for download from a Wiley
ftp site. Acclaro DFSS Light is a software product of Axiomatic
Design Solutions, Inc.

Laying out a comprehensive approach while working through each
aspect of its implementation, Axiomatic Quality is an essential
resource for managers, engineers, and other professionals who want
to successfully deploy the most advanced methodology to tackle
system weaknesses and improve quality.