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Investigating the sustainability of the freeway management system and feasibility of implementing a connected vehicle environment in the Western Cape : conceptual design of a connected vehicle environment in Cape Town
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2017-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Please refer to full text for abstract
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Validation of TomTom historical average speeds on freeway segments in Gauteng, South Africa
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2017-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Traditional methods of traffic data collection, such as inductive loops and road sensors, continue to be the main source of traffic data. The advancement in technology and vehicle tracking methods has ...
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Economic evaluation of a fully integrated intelligent transportation system in Stellenbosch using the tops-bc tool
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2017-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Transportation plays a fundamental part in the social and economic functioning of a society, since it permits the movement of individuals and products to their destination. A reliable transportation system ...
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Site characterization and foundation design for the emplacement of radio telescope antennas at the Matjiesfontein Space Geodesy Observatory
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2017-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The suitability of the Matjiesfontein Space Geodesy Observatory (MSGO) site for hosting radio telescope antennas is partially dictated by certain civil engineering considerations. These include ...
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The introduction of average speed over distance cameras as a road safety tool to reduce excessive speeds and accidents on the roads of the Western Cape, South Africa
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2017-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Road safety is a joint responsibility of the road users, design engineers, maintenance teams, law enforcement teams and the various departments within governments that are related to transport and road ...
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Geotechnical input in embankment dam construction and the influence of geosynthetics in the overall design
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2017-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Dams have played an important part in history, with some of the earliest civilizations like the Egyptians and Mesopotamians, constructing some of the first ever. Early examples ranged from simplistic ...
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The optimisation of web-tapered portal frame buildings
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2017-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Web-tapered members are widely advocated as a cost-effective alternative to conventional structural sections for portal frames. These non-prismatic members improve the distribution of internal stresses ...
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Comparative construction costs of typical low-rise office buildings in South Africa
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2017-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Low-rise multi-storey office buildings are required globally on a regular basis, and have thus become an increasingly important field within the engineering industry. A critical decision that has to be ...
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A synthesis of the coastal geophysical characteristics of sandy beaches along the South African coastline
(Stellenbosch -- Stellenbosch University, 2017-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The purpose of this thesis was to evaluate the relationships between the coastal geophysical characteristics of the coastal regions of South Africa and to provide an overall, systematic characterization ...
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Development of an optimised set of welded steel I-sections
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2017-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: This thesis reports on the search for an optimal set of standard welded I-sections to replace the currently used set of hot-rolled and welded I-sections, listed in the Southern African Institute of Steel ...
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SWASH: A robust numerical model for shallow water coastal engineering applications
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2017-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Integral to coastal engineering design is the understanding and analysis of the wave climate at an arbitrary site under consideration. In most cases, these wave climate and extreme conditions are simulated ...
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Accessibility index to public facilities for prioritisation of community access road development
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2017-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: A number of studies have acknowledged the positive impacts that rural roads have on the social and economic development of a region. This impact is due to the increased accessibility offered by road ...
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Quality of project documentation as a major risk source in infrastructure projects in South Africa
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2017-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: It is a common occurrence for infrastructure projects to exceed the planned project cost and time and clients very often provide a contingency amount to counter the effects of such eventualities. The ...
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Predicting the failure load of steel columns weakened to facilitate demolition of structures
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2017-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Minimal research has been conducted to date on how to analyse weakened columns, thus safety risks are still involved when structures are weakened prior to demolition. There are various methods to demolish ...
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An open-source implementation to predict buckling behaviour of cold-formed sections
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2017-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The deformation and buckling behaviour of cold-formed sections is a popular research topic. It is currently being studied at Stellenbosch University, but only a few tools exist to aid such research ...
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Resource-constrained scheduling for construction projects
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2017-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Project management and scheduling has been the topic of research for years, yet projects in industry are often completed after the deadline and significantly over budget. There is a large discrepancy ...
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Software to aid in the detailed design of tall post-tensioned concrete wind turbine towers
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2017-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: In engineering practice, the process associated with the detailed design of wind turbine towers is often an overwhelming task. This is particularly the case when using sophisticated Finite Element Method ...
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Using superabsorbent polymers in high performance concrete to mitigate autogenous and plastic shrinkage while observing the compressive strength
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2017-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The use of high performance concrete (HPC) is relatively new in South Africa and guidelines on its production and use is lacking in the local construction industry. Conventional mix design methods are not ...
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Estimating groundwater abstraction by means of a probability model.
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2017-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Abstracted groundwater can be used as a valuable resource supplementary to the potable municipal supply in urban areas. Previous research has demonstrated groundwater to be ideal for irrigation purposes ...
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Characterisation and Evaluations of the Mechanical Properties of Alternative Masonry Units
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2017-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: One of the greatest challenges facing the South African government is the provision of adequate and affordable housing to the 1.1 million families still living in informal settlements. Currently, the ...
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The structural use of alkali activated materials (Geopolymers)
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2017-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Alkali activated materials (AAMs), also referred to as geopolymer concretes, are a new generation of alternative construction materials, which are formed through the alkali activation of clinker-free ...
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Generic model for predicting the performance of macro-synthetic fibre reinforced concrete for industrial flooring applications
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2017-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The versatility and ready availability of concrete has ensured that this material will continue to be one of great and increasing importance for all types of construction (Domone, 2010). Due to its low ...
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Identifying Gradings and binder combinations for improving the grey water resistance of asphalt
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2017-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Premature failure of asphalt surfacing was observed on roads in areas within and surrounding informal settlements in Cape Town. It was concluded that the main source of failure was as a result of grey ...
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Susceptibility of low cost housing to seismic activity in South Africa
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2017-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: In South Africa, certain regions are susceptible to low to moderate intensity seismicity, i.e. the South Western region of the Western Cape Province and areas around Johannesburg. Unreinforced masonry ...
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Plastic cracking of concrete and the effect of depth
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2016-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Plastic settlement and shrinkage cracking dominate cracking in the early life of conventional concrete. The mechanisms responsible for these cracking types include differential settlement and restrained ...
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Characterisation of high modulus asphalt (EME) mixes, focussing on flexural response and fatigue
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2016-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The road construction industry is faced with the challenge of designing and constructing high performance asphalt materials to meet the ever growing demand of increasing traffic volumes and axle loadings. ...
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Coastal erosion and accretion of beaches - the effect of storm duration, water levels and long waves on selected numerical models
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2016-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Varying water levels, storm duration and long waves all have a significant impact on cross-shore beach profile development. Although it is generally known that these parameters have an impact on beach ...
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Investigation into low cost housing water use patterns and peak factors
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2016-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: A need was identified to gain new insight and knowledge regarding the water demand of low cost housing (LCH) developments. More specifically, the primary objective of this study was to improve water demand ...
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Scour of the screed layer underneath a vertical seawall with a rubble mound foundation
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2016-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Scour is here defined as the removal of granular bed material by hydrodynamic forces in the vicinity of coastal structures. It is believed to be one of the most common causes of seawall failure. This ...
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A beam finite element for the analysis of structures in fire
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2016-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: All building structures require a specified fire resistance rating and numerous procedures have been produced for ensuring this. In engineering practice designers can generally not perform detailed ...
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