Author:Haelterman, R; Bogaers, Alfred EJ; Degroote, JDate:Feb 2018In many cases, different physical systems interact, which translates to coupled mathematical models. We only focus on methods to solve (strongly) coupled problems with a partitioned approach, i.e. where each of the physical problems is solved ...Read more
Author:Ojijo, Vincent O; Kesavan Pillai, SreejaraniDate:2020Solid-state shear pulverization (SSSP) is a relatively new high-pressure and shear deformation technique, which relies on mechanochemical reactions between polymer chains in solid state. One of it applications is in the compatibilization of ...Read more
Author:Slinger, J; Taljaard, Susan; D'Hont, FDate:Feb 2020The transdisciplinary research synthesised in this book represents an endeavour by a group of coastal researchers and policy analysts to learn from a cross-comparison of seven international case studies on tidal inlet or estuary mouth management ...Read more
Author:Paul, V; John, Maya JDate:Apr 2018There is an increasing urgency worldwide to develop bio-based products that can ease the widespread dependence on fossil fuels. The use of natural fibers and natural bio-based resin systems for the production of biocomposites has been pursued ...Read more
Author:Fatoba, OS; Farotade, GA; Popoola, API; Pityana, Sisa LDate:Apr 2016Laser alloying is a material processing method which utilizes the high power density available from defocused laser beam to melt both metal coatings and a part of the underlying substrate. Since melting occur solitary at the surface, large ...Read more
Author:Patanaik, A; Anandjiwala, RDate:Jul 2011This chapter deals with the application of computational fluid dynamics (CFD) modeling in reducing yarn hairiness during the ring spinning process and thereby “engineering” yarn with desired properties. Hairiness significantly affects the ...Read more
Author:Godfrey, Linda KDate:Jun 2018This final chapter brings together the key messages that have emerged from the preceding chapters of the Africa Waste Management Outlook. These messages provide the basis for a set of recommendations on what needs to be done to address the ...Read more
Author:Butgereit, L; Botha, Adèle; Boysen, VDate:Jun 2015Mathematics look different on a small 3-inch screen of an inexpensive cell phone when compared to a 3-meter whiteboard in a mathematics classroom. Dr Math uses cell phone or mobile data "chat" technologies to assist primary and secondary ...Read more
Author:Leenen, L; Terlunen, A; Le Roux, HDate:2012In this chapter the authors present an algorithm to solve the Dynamic Military Unit Path Finding Problem (DMUPFP) which is based on Stentz’s well-known D* algorithm to solve dynamic path finding problems. The Military Unit Path Finding Problem ...Read more
Author:Somerset, V; Silwana, B; Van der Horst, C; Iwuoha, EDate:May 2014A modified carbon paste electrodes (MCPE) have been prepared in this study as an alternative “mercury-free” electrochemical sensor for the determination of Pb(sup2+) and Cd(sup2+) metal ions in aqueous solutions. CPE containing a conducting ...Read more
Author:Van Niekerk, Lara; Adams, J; Taljaard, Susan; Lamberth, SDate:Jan 2021The Water Research Commission (WRC) has been a staunch and enduring funder of estuarine research in South Africa, with support ranging from identifying research gaps, to the development of dedicated research programs, student advancement, ...Read more
Author:Mutombo, K; Du Toit, MDate:Dec 2011Aluminium and its alloys are widely used as engineering materials on account of their low density, high strength-to-weight ratios, excellent formability and good corrosion resistance in many environments. Pure aluminium has a density of only ...Read more
Author:Dumani, Nozonke; Mapiravana, JosephDate:Jan 2024The manufacturing of cement contributes to approximately 5-7% of global anthropogenic carbon dioxide emissions, necessitating the need for reducing the environmental impact. Limestone Calcined Clay Cement (LC3) has emerged as a promising ...Read more
Author:Le Roux, Alize; Cooper, Antony K; Ludick, Chantel J; Arnold, Kathryn A; Mans, Gerbrand GDate:Jun 2021This chapter presents the "COVID-19 Vulnerability Dashboard" for South Africa, developed by the CSIR for the National Disaster Management Centre (NDMC). It maps vulnerability to COVID-19 for the whole of South Africa, down to the level of the ...Read more
Author:Meissner, RichardDate:Dec 2014The application and applicability of the humanities and social sciences are not always visible in the practical world. This is especially the case in technology-dependent areas like the marine and maritime sectors. In these sectors, control, ...Read more
Author:Jovanovic, Nebojsa; Israel, SDate:Jan 2012The chapter is structured in three parts, namely: i) A theoretical overview of evapotranspiration processes, including the principle of atmospheric demand-soil water supply, ii) A review of methods and techniques to measure and estimate actual ...Read more
Author:Jonker Klunne, WDate:Jan 2015Large potential exists for small and micro hydropower in the southern African region, both for grid as well as off-grid applications. Within the region a good understanding exists on the potential for large scale hydro and a substantial number ...Read more
Author:Veerasamy, NamoshaDate:Sep 2020Technological advancements continue to progress and so too grows the prospect of cyberterrorism. Hacking tools are growing in sophistication, and agitated terrorist groups may look for an innovative outlet for their political, religious or ...Read more