This listing consists of industrial case histories which can be used to illustrate both technical and "soft" issues. The main lessons which can be illustrated by the case are mentioned in the synopsis.

Title: An autocatalytic degradation caused by mechanical misfunction Author
Dr. Mary Kaiser
DuPont Company
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Synopsis: Illustrates the value of using microscopy when the sample is a solid. Demonstrates a situation which is non-reproducible because it results from mechanical abrasion creating particles that act catalytically. Module

Title: Communication Between Central Analytical and Manufacturing. A Polymer Problem Author
Dr. P. J. Crean

Synopsis: This is a case history which demonstrates the importance of communication when the facts are poorly shared by a central lab and two separate plants. It also illustrates the concept of "on spec" control of variables. Overhead charts for class use can be downloaded in PDF format. The lecture notes can be printed directly from the next page. Module with lecture notes.
Transparencies (PDF format; requires Acrobat Reader.

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