Mil HDBK 217 F Again!
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Chris and Fred discuss the Military Handbook 217 Version F (from 1991 no less) … again? Ever heard of it?
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SOR 900 Mil Hdbk 217 Again
QDD 128 Leveraging Proven Frameworks for Concept Development
Leveraging Proven Frameworks for Concept Development
Ready to sharpen your toolset with the wisdom of ancient warriors?
Today’s episode includes knowledge to guide your journey into the world of quality tools and reliability frameworks. Drawing inspiration from the seven weapons of warrior monk Benkei, we introduce the first seven quality tools collected by industry quality professional, Ishikawa. Discover how these types of tools, more typically used for monitoring and continuous improvement, can also be leveraged for early concept development, thus leading to successful product designs.
For those seeking to put theory into practice, we delve into a strategic system model that centers on customer inputs, intended and unintended outputs, and the use process, demonstrating how these tools can be applied to concept development. By the end of this episode, you’ll have a deeper understanding of how quality thinking can revolutionize your product design and development process.
WQW 006: The Violin Shaped Object and Quality
The Violin Shaped Object and Quality
If you are looking to purchase a violin through an online vendor, reading reviews will quickly introduce you to the VSO–the Violin Shaped Object. It looks like a violin, but it doesn’t produce the sounds you expect from a violin.
In Quality, we have plenty of our own examples of the VSO phenomena—where there is the promise of Quality tools and initiatives leading to improved performance and then the reality of little to no sustained improvements or benefits.
This podcast episode explores some of the possible explanations for why quality initiatives and tools are failing when they are implemented.
Here is a link to an music store’s description of a Violin Shaped Object: https://kennedyviolins.com/pages/what-is-a-vso
The famed pianist Keith Jarrett also comes up in the episode. Here’s a link to a fan website that has links to many, many resources about Keith Jarrett: Unofficial Keith Jarrett website
RM 128: Industry Standards Explained with Leo Lambert
Industry Standards Explained with Leo Lambert
Those of us in the electronic assembly space are no doubt aware of standards. In the simplest terms, standards tell us how to build products correctly. They differentiate correct from incorrect. They tell us what type of materials to use, how a solder joint is determined to be acceptable. Standards tell us how to test various parts of our assembly.
How are the standards derived? Who determines what the standards are? How often are they updated?
To answer these and other questions, I invited Leo Lambert onto the show.
Leo is the author of several publications, including “Soldering for Electronic Assemblies”, published by Marcel Dekker in 1987. He has published and presented numerous papers relative to the subject of Soldering and Cleaning at various Technical Seminars and Exhibitions worldwide.
Leo Developed, published, and conducted seminars entitled Deadline to Lead Free Seminars and Thriving in a RoHS/WEEE Environment.
Leo received the IPC President’s Award in 1989 for work conducted on solderable coatings for printed wiring boards.
He is an IPC Hall of Fame recipient, Charter Member on UNEP (United Nation Environmental Program) Technical Solvent Options Committee, where he overseed the worldwide activities in reducing CFC’s from use as cleaning material in Electronic Manufacturing resulting in the publication of the Montreal Protocol, an international treaty banning certain CFC-based materials.
Leo is a Member of ICOLP (Industry Cooperative for Ozone Layer Protection). Leo is a recognized expert in standards and, he’s my guest today on this episode of the Reliability Matters Podcast.
Leo’s Contact Information:
Leo Lambert
leo@eptac.com
https://www.eptac.com
SOR 899 Inspiring New STEM Students
Inspiring New STEM Students
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Greg and Dianna discussing how to get involved in inspiring new STEM students.
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SOR 898 ERM and Reliability Engineers
ERM and Reliability Engineers
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Dianna and Greg discussing ERM and Reliability Engineers, along with the AI revolution and the current state of quality.
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QDD 127 Understanding Cross-Functional Collaboration
Understanding Cross-Functional Collaboration
Are you prepared to untap the potential of cross-functional collaboration in product design?
On this episode of Quality during Design, we pull back the curtains on the dynamics of cross-functional teams in product design. Dianna Deeney, your host and seasoned quality professional, shares her insights on navigating the complex world of cross-functional teams, addressing common misconceptions, and maximizing brainstorming through structure.
We’re about to take a deep dive into the power of diverse perspectives in shaping a holistic vision for a product. Hear about the concept of internal customers in product design, the process of gathering design inputs, and unlocking the potential of directed co-work. This episode is a must-listen for anyone aiming for cross-functional co-work for design inputs.
SOR 897 Creating a Culture of Innovation with Quality and Reliability
Creating a Culture of Innovation with Quality and Reliability
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Dianna and Carl discussing creating a culture of innovation with Quality and Reliability.
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SOR 896 Q & R Management: Independence vs. Integration
Quality and Reliability Management: Independence vs. Integration
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Carl and Dianna sharing experiences with different forms of managing quality and reliability activities. The importance of independence was compared to the importance of integrating with the design activities. What works, what doesn’t work, and why?
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QDD 126 Exploring the Problem Space: A Key Principle for Robust Product Design and Project Success
Exploring the Problem Space: A Key Principle for Robust Product Design and Project Success
Ever wonder why many product designs fail or why projects don’t always come out as planned? The answer might lie in how we approach the ‘problem space’ versus the ‘solution space’.
We’re celebrating two and a half years of Quality During Design podcast by revisiting the fundamental principles that guide our product design processes, and exploring how we can apply these principles to avoid common pitfalls.
We talk about the importance of staying longer in the problem space, using quality tools for teamwork, and understanding the power of pre-work in meetings. Listen-in to challenge our thinking and push us to rethink how we engage with new projects. Plus, gain insights on how questioning, investigating, and experimental approaches during project planning will empower you to refine your design processes.
We’re inviting you to consider how the Quality During Design methodology can streamline your design process, reduce product failures, and create more meaningful customer experiences. This isn’t just about designing products; it’s about redefining how we perceive and approach the entire design process.
Reliability is More than Testing
Reliability is More than Testing
podcast episode with speaker Fred Schenkelberg
During the interview, I turned down a job when I learned the hiring manager expected me, a potential new reliability engineer on the team, to only conduct tests. Creating and assembling a reliable product or service takes more than testing. [Read more…]
WQW 005: Diet Fads and Quality Initiatives—Two of a Kind
Diet Fads and Quality Initiatives—Two of a Kind
Diet Fads and Quality Initiatives seem to share a number of traits. This episode discusses those traits and introduces an idea that may explain why so often diets and quality initiatives fail.
Go to the Way of the Quality Warrior podcast page for all episodes, extra information, and to contact the host Keith Fong: Way of the Quality Warrior
Referenced paper: Fothergill, E., Guo, J., Howard, L., Kerns, J.C., Knuth, N.D., Brychta, R., Chen, K.Y., Skarulis, M.C., Walter, M., Walter, P.J. and Hall, K.D. (2016), Persistent metabolic adaptation 6 years after “The Biggest Loser” competition. Obesity, 24: 1612-1619. https://doi.org/10.1002/oby.21538
RM 127: Ask the Experts – A Conversation with Phil Zarrow & Jim Hall
Ask the Experts – A Conversation with Phil Zarrow & Jim Hall
Welcome to another episode of the Reliability Matters podcast. For those of you keeping track, this is episode number 127.
In recent episodes, we’ve covered high-level issues, such as hiring best practices, novel, training, methods, design for manufacturing, highly accelerated, life, testing, and more. On this episode, we’re going to go back to the basics. What common problems are assemblers experiencing today? What are the basics of assembly best practices? Which problems seem to live in perpetuity?
To answer these and other questions, I’ve invited two of my favorite experts on to the show. If you’ve been in the electronic assembly industry for some amount of time, there’s little doubt you’ve heard of Phil Zarrow and Jim Hall. Phil has been involved with PCB fabrication and assembly for more than 36 years. Phil is the President and Principal Consultant of ITM Consulting. Jim Hall has been involved in the electronic assembly industry for the past 27 years. He’s a principal consultant and resident Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt with ITM Consulting. He’s also an instructor in the Lean Six Sigma programs offered at Dartmouth College. Together with Dr. Ron Lasky, Phil and Jim designed the SMTA’s SMT Processes Certification Course.
A couple of years ago, Phil and Jim published a book in titled “troubleshooting electronic assemblies, tales from the board talk crypt”. I’ll talk to them more about that book later in this broadcast.
Phil and Jim host the popular audio series “Board Talk” a question and answer show hosted on the Circuit-Insight website. On their show, you’ll hear serious questions, and often comical but real answers.
Phil Zarrow’s Contact Info:
phil_zarrow@itmconsulting.com
Jim Hall’s Contact Info:
jim_hall@itmconsulting.com
ITM Consulting:
SOR 895 Product Reliability in Complex Supply Chains
Product Reliability in Complex Supply Chains
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Dianna and Chris discussing product reliability in complex supply chains.
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SOR 894 Sustainability and Reliability
Sustainability and Reliability
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Chris and Dianna discuss the relationship between reliability engineering and sustainability (or anything else that is environmentally friendly). Is there some link between the two?
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