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Evaluating different value adding processing systems for bamboo developments
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2018-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Mining contributed significantly to South Africa’s economic growth, but with the closure of mining operations several challenges arise. These challenges include land remediation, mine rehabilitation and ... -
A Feasibility study for cemented tungsten carbides recycling in South Africa to support investment decisions
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2018-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: This study evaluates the financial feasibility of recycling tungsten carbide in a South African context. This study is inspired by the inevitable value creation opportunities that accompanies the large ... -
A fundamental analysis on additive manufacturing of a cemented tungsten carbide
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2016-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Cemented tungsten carbide tools, specifically tungsten carbide based alloys, have found a wide range of application fields that includes manufacturing, agriculture, and mining. These tools are used for ... -
Investigating social manufacturing business model elements to support local suppliers
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2016-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Manufacturing systems change constantly and a new theory towards value creation is emerging. It is believed that the next industrial revolution is upon us. This is emphasised by recent manufacturing ... -
Investigating the effect of non-assembled product kits on the resource efficiency of process chains
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2017-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: In order for manufacturing suppliers to stay competitive in the global market, innovative and resource-efficient process chains need to be a part of the manufacturing strategy. Global megatrends are ... -
Investigating the performance of thermal spray coatings on agriculture equipment
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2016-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: In the agricultural industry there are different wear problems that need to be managed in order to extend the operating life of equipment. The agricultural industry is a great asset to all South Africans ... -
An investigation of fretting wear in aerospace applications
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2011-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Fretting wear results in the loss of fit and tolerance at contact interfaces. The aerospace and aircraft industry is severely impacted by fretting wear and fretting fatigue that frequently occurs in turbo ... -
An investigation of sliding wear of Ti6Al4V
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2012-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Sliding wear is a complicated form of wear involving different factors. The factors affecting the process are the mechanical properties of the materials, sliding distance, sliding speed, and normal force ... -
Milling strategy induced shape deviation of thin-walled Ti-6Al-4V components
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2017-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Titanium and its alloys possess favourable characteristics and are thus increasingly used in the aerospace, biomedical and automotive industries. Difficulties due to these favourable characteristics result ... -
The performance of tungsten carbide end-mills in micro-milling of Ti-6Al-4V under nitrogen cooling
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2016-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: A strong demand exists from various industries to fabricate miniature devices and components with complex microscale features from a wide range of materials including Ti-6Al-4V. The need exists to improve ... -
Quantifying system reliability in rail transportation in an aging fleet environment
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2015-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: In recent years, the management of physical assets has become increasingly important, even more so, in asset intensive organisations. This research work presents an overall approach to quantify reliability ... -
Strategic local manufacturing supplier development roadmap as a decision support tool
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2017-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The support of local businesses is vital in ensuring the growth of a country‟s economy. The South African government, in particular, has created various support mechanisms and policies to assist the growth ...
