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Why, thanks, Raddog..but be warned that appearances can be deceptive!!
About your questions:
1) The AIAG MSA manual is the only book I have seen that gives you step-by-step procedures for conducting MSA studies. For Variable Gage R&R, there is Barrentine's book (Concepts for R&R Studies). And of course, if you have any questions, just ask away here.
2) Yes, Minitab is the leading statistical analysis software. At the other end of the spectrum are Excel spreadsheets - you will find many if you search the threads. In between, there are a few software products including the one by my company.
3) You need to think of it as a Measurement System and factors that can introduce variation in the measurement. IMO, a satndard 10x3x3 scheme should work with a CMM. Also See:
Gage R & R and CMM
GR&R on CMM
CMM GR
Evaluate your CMMs
About your questions:
1) The AIAG MSA manual is the only book I have seen that gives you step-by-step procedures for conducting MSA studies. For Variable Gage R&R, there is Barrentine's book (Concepts for R&R Studies). And of course, if you have any questions, just ask away here.
2) Yes, Minitab is the leading statistical analysis software. At the other end of the spectrum are Excel spreadsheets - you will find many if you search the threads. In between, there are a few software products including the one by my company.
3) You need to think of it as a Measurement System and factors that can introduce variation in the measurement. IMO, a satndard 10x3x3 scheme should work with a CMM. Also See:
Gage R & R and CMM
GR&R on CMM
CMM GR
Evaluate your CMMs