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The development and application of asystemic human error identification and remediation methodology

Creator:: Lee, Wei-Tau
Abstract:: This thesis describes a Systemic Vulnerability Identification and Remediation (SVIR) methodology that identifies human fallibilities and errors in complex technical processes, and recommends remediations for the errors, based on human factors principles and guidelines. The objectives of the research described in the thesis are the development of the methodology and...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: increase the quality of the products, while producing the products in a more efficient and cost effective

Non-destructive evaluation of veneer using optical scanning and ultrasonic stress wave analysis systems

Creator:: DeVallance, David B.
Abstract:: Non-destructive commercial ultrasonic grading provides laminated veneer lumber (LVL) manufacturers a means for sorting veneer based on average ultrasonic propagation time (UPT) and/or average dynamic modulus of elasticity (MOEd). While this may provide reliable estimations of modulus of elasticity (MOE), little is known about the influence of veneer defects on...
Resource Type:: Dissertation

The effects of CI tools and implementation practices on hospital performance

Creator:: Holliday, John W.
Abstract:: Continuous Improvement (CI) is an integral part of hospital administration. This study examined the relationship between five CI variables against six hospital criterion measures of, wait times to prepare a room, patient costs per day, waiting time for lab results, reportable errors, patient satisfaction, and employee satisfaction. The research was...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: employing techniques to optimize cost while improving quality through process innovation and productivity

Comparison of two commercial detector arrays for RapidArc quality assurance

Creator:: Asay, Matthew Jamin
Abstract:: Radiation therapy is used in approximately half of all cancer treatments. The rapid advances in radiation therapy have led to techniques that are much more complex and therefore must be more carefully assessed for safety and efficacy. Accurate quality assurance methods must be implemented to provide patient safety and confidence...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: : Comparison of Two Commercial Detector Arrays for RapidArc Quality Assurance. Abstract approved

An application of statistical process control measures for maintaining optimal quality from dry kiln operations

Creator:: Maki, Robert G.
Abstract:: Statistical Process Control techniques have been successfully implemented in the mechanical fabrication and chemical manufacturing industries. The techniques consist of the application of statistical theory in conjunction with quality control procedures. To date the Forest Products industry has yet to apply these techniques toward lumber drying. This thesis focuses on...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis

Performance analysis of the hardware and software components of an optical scanning system for monitoring lumber sizes

Creator:: Leavengood, Scott A.
Abstract:: In recent years, the forest products industry has been forced to cope with a supply of raw material that is declining in both quality and quantity. In addition, log prices are escalating rapidly. Because log costs may represent as much as 90 percent of the overall production costs of lumber...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis

An integrated assembly tolerance analysis system

Creator:: Qian, Xiaonong
Abstract:: Tolerance analysis and synthesis plays a vital role in the success of a product design because it directly affects product quality and manufacturing cost. It also affects manufacturing process selection and planning. This research provides a review of several commonly used assembly tolerance analysis models and evaluation of their limitations....
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis

Influence of veneer roughness, lathe check, and annual ring characteristics on glue-bond performance of Douglas-fir plywood

Creator:: DeVallance, David B.
Abstract:: Current lathe technology, smaller diameter logs, smaller core diameters, and the sale of higher grade veneer for use in engineered wood products are all factors contributing to plywood manufacturers using rougher veneer with different lathe check characteristics. When rough veneer is encountered, plywood manufacturers typically increase the adhesive spread rate...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: understanding their formation, effect on glue-bond quality, and best methods to control their formation during

Evaluating the effectiveness and efficiency of continuous improvement training

Creator:: Wiseman, Lindsay M.
Abstract:: Training is a key business process used to increase the skills and knowledge of employees in an effort to improve overall performance. Evaluation of the effectiveness and efficiency of training processes is necessary to ensure time, money, and resources are used to provide the most benefit possible. This investigation is...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: • Continuous Improvement • Lean • Lean Implementation • Lean Manufacturing • Quality Control • Six Sigma

Process modeling the physician-patient encounter

Creator:: Tong, Xiaomin
Abstract:: The objective of this research was to provide a definitive description of the processes within the physician-patient encounter in an office setting. This description would take the form of a formal process model of the encounter in a provider's office setting, as this represents the most common situation during patient...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: situations and discern from their analyses better solutions for improving the quality and practice of

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The development and application of asystemic human error identification and remediation methodology

Non-destructive evaluation of veneer using optical scanning and ultrasonic stress wave analysis systems

The effects of CI tools and implementation practices on hospital performance

Comparison of two commercial detector arrays for RapidArc quality assurance

An application of statistical process control measures for maintaining optimal quality from dry kiln operations

Performance analysis of the hardware and software components of an optical scanning system for monitoring lumber sizes

An integrated assembly tolerance analysis system

Influence of veneer roughness, lathe check, and annual ring characteristics on glue-bond performance of Douglas-fir plywood

Evaluating the effectiveness and efficiency of continuous improvement training

Process modeling the physician-patient encounter

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