Statistical methods for problem solving in research and manufacturing, including D-optimal and fractional-factorial experiments, multiple regression modeling, multiple property optimization, and statistical process control. Ceramic powder processing technology, including chemical additives, milling, granulation, forming, drying (microwave vs. conventional), sintering, and microstructure development. Glass, frit, and glaze composition and processing influences on melting behavior, crystallization, dissolution, properties, and defects.
