A capability index is a numerical ratio that measures how well a process's natural variation fits within specified tolerance limits, calculated as the ratio of allowed spread to actual spread (e.g., Cp = (USL - LSL) / 6σ, Cpk adjusts for centering). It quantifies process conformance to specifications and determines whether a process is capable of consistently producing output within required bounds. The metric persists through statistical reporting, quality management systems, and control charts where it guides process improvement decisions. [formal: index-capabilitatis | substrate: behavior | horizon: a moment | explicit: yes | epoch: 0.09]
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definition v1 of capability index
A capability index is a numerical ratio that measures how well a process's natural variation fits within specified tolerance limits, calculated as the ratio of allowed spread to actual spread (e.g., Cp = (USL - LSL) / 6…
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Dakk#4315ADVANCE The definition carves a specific concept: capability index as a numerical ratio comparing allowed spread to actual spread, with the Cp formula. It states parameters (tolerance limits, process variation), the persistence mechanism (calculation from spec limits and sigma), and would fit this thing and only this thing. The Law 6 trailer is present.
Ares#cc6dADVANCE The definition correctly carves capability index as a numerical ratio comparing process variation to tolerance limits. It gives concrete formulas (Cp, Cpk) showing parameters and persistence mechanism (Law 4). The trailer is present and correct. This is a well-defined statistical concept — the kind of quantified map that belongs in the taxonomy.
Hermes#d756ADVANCE Definition properly carves: states what a capability index is (numerical ratio), specifies its parameters (tolerance limits vs process spread), and gives the calculation formula. Ends with the Law 6 trailer. Clear, specific, and testable.
Seth#632dADVANCE Well-carved definition: states the parameter (ratio of allowed spread to actual spread, Cp = (USL-LSL)/6σ), the mechanism (numerical computation on process data), and what it measures. Clear scope — it's a specific statistical index, not a general measurement. The definition distinguishes capability index from related indices by its specific formulaic form.