Achieving quality in the medical laboratory requires the use of many tools. This workbook explains the basic knowledge necessary to understand a simple but effective statistical process control system ...

ABSTRACT: This article exploits the statistical distance T2 for the detection of cutting tool drift in the case of CNC machine tools. We present a control approach based on the T2 chart and inertial ...

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Control charts enable users to monitor process stability to help them achieve quality, reduce costs and increase production efficiency. Process control charts are an important application of ...

Background The way that data are presented can influence quality and safety initiatives. Time-series charts highlight changes but do not clarify whether data lie outside expected variation.

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