A computer-implemented method for analyzing problem statements. The method includes focusing the problem statement into an operation definition and then assigning a level indicator to the operation definition. The method further includes analyzing the problem statement based on the operational definition and the level indicator in a cost and time effective manner and without the need for an expert to customize an analysis schedule for each problem.
A preventive defect detection and control process for a mass produced composite material parts automatically obtains representative parameters of backwall and intermediate echo signal results in each cell of a mesh predefined on the parts, stores the parameters in a database and statistically analyzes the stored parameters for detecting isolated and significant alterations in the parts manufacturing process generating porosity defects, detecting slow and permanent alterations in the parts manufacturing process generating porosity defects or detecting areas with a negligible defect generation probability in order to identify areas susceptible of inspection by sampling.