Author:Molose, RRS; Isong, B; Dladlu, N; Abu-Mahfouz, Adnan MIDate:Nov 2023This paper presents a novel algorithm for placing multiple controllers in a software defined wireless sensor network (SDWSN). The algorithm is designed to address scalability and energy efficiency issues in the network. We propose a hybrid ...Read more
Author:Ramruthan, Kshir; Kuchwa-Dube, CDate:Nov 2023Disturbances experienced by an inspection robot can reduce the quality of its sensor measurements, which can in turn negatively affect the robot’s functionality. This research aimed to design a Parallel Kinematic Mechanism (PKM) for use as ...Read more
Author:Purdon, Kyla; Van Niekerk, T; Phillips, R; Marais, Stephen TDate:Nov 2023Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) have shown great potential for data collection and monitoring of areas. Sensors such as LiDARs and cameras can be used on UAVs for high-resolution data collection and used for various applications like Digital ...Read more
Author:Afachao, F; Abu-Mahfouz, Adnan MIDate:Nov 2023This research focuses on energy-efficient edge computing in the context of intelligent edge computing. With the increasing demand for computation and data processing at edge network nodes, the study explores the use of artificial intelligence ...Read more
Author:Purdon, Kyla; Dickens, John S; De Ronde, Willis; Ramruthan, Kshir; Crafford, GerrieDate:Nov 2023This paper describes a mobile ground-based robotic platform named Voyager which was developed to support robotics research and replace the old mobile robotic platform, the Pioneer. A comparative analysis was done with three mobile robot: ...Read more
Author:Kgoahla, Reneilwe M; Lekoadi, Paul M; Masina, Bathusile NDate:Nov 2023This study presented the investigation of the influence of post heat treatment temperature on the microstructure and hardness of TiC/Ti6Al4V composite manufactured with laser metal deposition. Heat treatment was performed to improve the ...Read more
Author:Purdon, Kyla; Dickens, John S; De Ronde, Willis; Ramruthan, Kshir; Crafford, GerrieDate:Nov 2023This paper describes a mobile ground-based robotic platform named Voyager which was developed to support robotics research and replace the old mobile robotic platform, the Pioneer. A comparative analysis was done with three mobile robot: ...Read more
Author:Isong, B; Manuel, M; Dladlu, N; Abu-Mahfouz, Adnan MIDate:Nov 2023The growing application of wireless sensor networks (WSN) has unveiled several opportunities for innovative services and data-driven applications. However, the WSN's inherent vulnerabilities and challenges have raised considerable concerns ...Read more
Author:Lekoadi, Paul M; Tlotleng, Monnamme; Siyasiya, Charles; Masina, Bathusile NDate:Nov 2023This study presents the investigation of TiB distribution characteristics on the microstructure of in-situ synthesized TiB/Ti6Al4V single-track composites manufacture with laser metal deposition. Ti6Al4V alloy was reinforced by adding TiB2 ...Read more
Author:Wilken, Ilana; Marais, LauretteDate:Nov 2023South Africa is facing a literacy crisis, with the latest PIRLS results showing that 8 out of 10 learners cannot read for basic comprehension by the time they leave the foundation phase. In this climate, the development of strategies to assist ...Read more
Author:Mamushiane, Lusani; Lysko, Albert A; Mwangama, J; Kobo, Hlabishi I; Otieno, HODate:Aug 2023The adoption of 5G technology in Africa has been increasing steadily, with initial emphasis on non-standalone (NSA) architecture to leverage existing 4G investments and accelerate return on investment. The uptake of standalone (SA) 5G has ...Read more
Author:Mamushiane, Lusani; Lysko, Albert A; Kobo, Hlabishi I; Mwangama, JDate:Aug 2023Field trials and experimentation are crucial for accelerating the adoption of standalone (SA) 5G in Africa. Traditionally, only network operators and vendors had the opportunity for practical experimentation due to proprietary systems and ...Read more
Author:Fourie, Nicolene MRDate:Aug 2023This paper discusses the policy environments of two acts in South Africa, the South African Spatial Data Infrastructure Act (Act 54 of 2003) (SDI Act) and the Promotion of Access to Information Act, 2000 (Act 2 of 2000), which promote ...Read more
Author:Rathogwa, Mashudu; Singano, Afika PDate:Jul 2023In 2019/20, it was of major importance to identify an alternative network within the Integrated Public Transport Network (IPTN) that can meet the increasing population demands. Being composed of high-capacity corridors, the current IPTN still ...Read more
Author:Thulare, Tumiso; Maremi, Keneilwe J; Herselman, Martha EDate:Dec 2023South Africa and the world had been adversely affected by the Coronavirus pandemic. It became nearly impossible to host face-to-face interviews for data collection as meeting in person increased the risk of infections. It was difficult to ...Read more
Author:Bello-Salau, H; Onumanyi, Adeiza J; Adebiyi, RF; Adekale, AD; Bello, RS; Ajayi, ODate:Oct 2023Road infrastructure is essential to national security and growth. Potholes on the road surface causes accidents and costly automotive damage. Novel technology that detects potholes and alerts drivers in real time may address this challenge. ...Read more
Author:Thaba, James M; Mtsweni, Jabu SDate:Nov 2023The domains of warfare have become complex, where cyberspace is declared as the fifth domain. The complexity of cyber space is that it is borderless, and war could be launched from anywhere, and is a serious concern for national security. ...Read more
Author:Ngwenya, SO; Heymann, R; Swart, TG; Lysko, Albert ADate:Jul 2023This paper considers the differences between rural and urban access to Information and Communication Technology (ICT) through non-intrusive research methodologies that are deemed effective in obtaining the relevant information required to ...Read more