Title
Blocking versus robustness in industrial contexts.
Abstract
The paper discusses the similarities and differences between blocking factors (blocked designs) and noise factors (robust designs) in industrial two-level factorial experiments. The discussion covers from the objectives of both design types and the nature of blocking and noise factors to the types of designs and the assumptions needed in each case. The conclusions are as follows: the nature and characteristics of noise and blocking factors are equal or very similar; the designs used in both situations are also similar; and the main differences lie in the assumptions and the objectives. The paper argues that the objectives are not in conflict and can easily be harmonized. In consequence, we argue in favor of a unified approach that would clarify the issue, especially for students and practitioners.
Year
DOI
Venue
2017
10.1002/qre.2173
QUALITY AND RELIABILITY ENGINEERING INTERNATIONAL
Keywords
Field
DocType
blocking,factorial designs,noise factors,robust designs,split-plotting
Econometrics,Robustness (computer science),Statistics,Mathematics
Journal
Volume
Issue
ISSN
33
8
0748-8017
Citations 
PageRank 
References 
0
0.34
0
Authors
3
Name
Order
Citations
PageRank
Pere Grima112.65
Lluís Marco-Almagro200.68
Xavier Martorell31470125.40