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Novel combination of reverse engineering and vapid prototyping in medicine

Author: Schenker, R ; De Beer, DJ ; Du Preez, WB ; Thomas, ME ; Richter, PW Date: Aug 1999 The technologies of reverse engineering and rapid prototyping are emerging as useful new tools in medicine. One application is of particular interest in orthopaedic, dental and reconstructive surgery. It involves the imaging, modelling and ... Read more
Product development lessons from the Eyeborn experience

Author: Du Preez, WB ; Richter, PW ; Hope, D Date: Nov 2006 Eyeborn is an innovative hydroxyapatite orbital implant used to replace the eyeball of a patient who has lost an eye. A prosthetic eye cap is fitted on the front of the Eyeborn implant, restoring the patient's appearance and improving his ... Read more
Product development within the framework of a National Casting Technology Centre

Author: Du Preez, WB Date: 2006 The need for a state of the art advanced National Casting Technology Centre (NCTC) has been widely supported throughout industry and recognised as an important facilitator in the growth of the foundry industry. This initiative also aligns ... Read more
Reducing non value adding aluminium alloy in production of parts through high pressure die casting

Author: Pereira, MFVT ; Williams, M ; Du Preez, WB Date: Oct 2010 The difficulties and issues associated with the economics of the process and die life in casting Aluminium alloys, as experienced by the high pressure die casting industry, were reasons behind undertaking this research project. The use of a ... Read more
Rheo-processing of semi-solid metal alloys: a new technology for manufacturing Automotive and aerospace components - Conference paper

Author: Ivanchev, L ; Wilkins, D ; Govender, G ; Du Preez, WB ; Bean, R Date: Feb 2006 The new trend in the automotive industry to produce more fuel-efficient vehicles has resulted in the increased use of aluminium and magnesium alloys. Currently liquid metal high-pressure die-casting (HPDC) fulfills the bulk of the automotive ... Read more
Strategic opportunities and challenges for composites R&D in South Africa - a CSIR perspective.

Author: Du Preez, WB ; Corderley, G Date: Dec 2007 The utilisation and prominence of composite materials have been increasing significantly over the past decade in technologically demanding industry sectors, such as aerospace and automotive. It has been accompanied by growing needs for research ... Read more

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