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Using the population-based incremental learning algorithm with computer simulation : some applications
(SAIIE, 2008)
ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The integration of the population-based incremental learning (PBIL) algorithm with computer simulation shows how this particular combination can be applied to find
good solutions to combinatorial ...
Investigation of lubrication strategies in Ti6Al4V milling operations
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2008-12)
There is a growing global demand for titanium. The aircraft industry is the driving force
behind the demand for titanium. The reason for this is that titanium has attractive
properties that justify its use both economically ...
Call centre design, operation and optimisation : a structured and scientific based approach
(Stellenbosch : University of Stellenbosch, 2008-03)
Call centres form an increasingly important part of the modern day business environment and perform
an important role in the strategic and operational aspects of organisations. Call centres have emerged
and developed to ...
Suitability of layer manufacturing technologies for rapid tooling development in investment casting
(Stellenbosch : University of Stellenbosch, 2008-03)
This thesis forms part of the AMTS Project on Investment Casting Capabilities for Light Metal Alloys in
South Africa, the focus area being Rapid Tooling Development.
Various issues of the investment casting process are ...
A technology deployment strategy using value networking
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2008-12)
This study intends to develop a decision support tool for new business development
units in South African consultancies. These consultancies endeavour to out‐license their
technology assets.
The enterprise engineering ...
The development of an implementation methodology for a conceptual framework tool used for the improved viewing and utilisation of organisational information
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2008-12)
This thesis reports on a research project conducted at Stellenbosch University, focusing on the field of
information management, and contributing to the development of an approach for structuring information in
such a ...
Three dimensional printing in the South African industrial environment
(Southern African Institute for Industrial Engineering, 2008-05)
ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The current development of the rapid prototyping industry in South Africa is
characterised by the strong dominance and fast growth in sales of three dimensional
printers. Although it reflects the ...
Scanning and motion capturing of vertebral kinematics
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2008-12)
In the context of intervertebral disc replacement and customized implants, human simulation studies
are of great importance. Simulation models need input data. This study investigated different in vivo
motion capturing ...
Determining tactical operations policies for an auto carrier using discrete-event simulation
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2008-12)
Passenger cars are either imported to or assembled in South Africa, and then
distributed to the customer. An important part of the supply chain is formed
by the auto carrier companies who do this distribution. The basis ...
The new product development process : small firm success by studying larger firms
(Stellenbosch : University of Stellenbosch, 2008-03)
The aim of this research was to investigate new product development practices for application
to small businesses. Although larger companies, in general, have well-established practices
from which smaller companies can ...