Methods for Experimental Design - Principles and Applications for Physicists and Chemists

Abstract

Research strategy - definition and objectives two-level complete factorial designs - 2.2, 2k the concept of optimal design two-level fractional factorial designs - 2k-p, the alias theory, examples types of matrices trial sequences - randomization, blocking mathematical modelling of factorial 2k designs choosing complementary trials beyond influencing factors practical method of calculation using a quality example detailed calculations for the truck suspension springs example experimental designs and computer simulations practical experimental designs overview and suggestions. Appendices: matrices and matrix calculations statistics useful in experimental designs order of trials that leaves the effects of the main factors uninfluenced by linear drift application of a 2.3 design.