Masters Degrees (Mechanical and Mechatronic Engineering)
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Development of a dynamic tensioner device for joint gap stiffness during knee arthroplasty.
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2018-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Correct knee alignment and soft tissue tensions can relieve pain, improve knee function and increase the durability of the prosthesis after knee arthroplasty. Knee alignment and soft tissue tensions relate ... -
Characterising material models for silicone-rubber using an inverse finite element model updating method
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2018-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Silicone-rubber was investigated and its mechanical behaviour was characterised. Uni-axial tensile tests were conducted on two different sample geometries: rectangular flat strip and dumbbell shaped. ... -
Mechanical control of a wheelchair by means of EEG signals
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2018-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The aim of this project was to incorporate a low cost electric wheelchair by modifying an existing self-propelled one with a neuro headset. The headset must control the wheelchair by using EEG data and ... -
Modelling of polymer seal strength: response surface methodology
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2018-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The response surface methodology (RSM) approach was followed to construct a predictive model concerning the seal strength between film to gland fitments. The proposed method provides a replacement for ... -
Evaluation of Erlang for a stigmergy holonic routing controller
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2018-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: A reconfigurable manufacturing system (RMS) is a manufacturing paradigm aimed to be able to react to manufacturing uncertainty caused by hardware failures and changes in the global market. Transport systems ... -
Combined structural and electromagnetic analysis of dish reflection antennas
(2018-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: In recent scientific endeavours, such as the Square Kilometre Array (SKA) project, significant attention (and funding) is being allocated to the design and analysis of radio telescope antenna systems, ... -
Development of a portable ECG and electronic stethoscope device for screening cardiovascular disease in rural locations.
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2018-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is currently the number one cause of death worldwide, resulting in 17.7 million deaths in 2015 (World Health Organisation, 2017). In South Africa, five people suffer a heart ... -
Transient flow, flow pattern characterisation and performance evaluation of a two-phase natural circulation heat transfer loop.
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2018-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: This thesis project focusses on the experimental and theoretical analysis of the transient behaviour of a single and two-phase flow natural circulation heat transfer loop using water as the working fluid. ... -
A discrete element model (DEM) for predicting apple damage during handling
(2018-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The Discrete Element Method (DEM) is used outside of its original purpose within the field of rock mechanics and applied to the agricultural sector. Apples are globally one of the most widely traded fruit ... -
A biomechanical analysis of the rugby place kick.
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2018-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Compared to other professional sport codes such as soccer, the availability of rugby-based studies rooted in scientific principles is limited. This study forms part of a larger project that aims to broaden ... -
The integration of human workers as resource holons in a holonic manufacturing cell.
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2018-03)ENGLISH SUMMARY: This thesis documents research conducted into the integration of human workers as resource holons in a holonic manufacturing cell. The research is motivated by the need to develop manufacturing systems ... -
Solar live steam generation and solar bagasse drying for South African sugar mills.
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2018-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Two solar thermal integration concepts have been identified as promising options for implementation in South African sugar mills as a result of work within the Sugarcane Technology Enabling Programme for ... -
Numerical and experimental evaluation of porosity in high performance steel valve castings.
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University., 2018-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Please refer to full text for abstract -
Augmented reality assisted orthopaedic surgery.
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2018-03)ENGLISH SUMMARY: The aim of this study was to investigate the clinical e cacy and feasibility of an application of augmented reality assisted orthopaedic surgery (ARAOS) technology that focuses on supporting and enhancing ... -
Hollow carbon nanospheres: a structural integrity investigation.
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2018-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Hollow carbon nanospheres (HCNSs) have high strength, thermal and electrical conductivities which allow for applications in electrochemical capacitors, lithium ion battery anodes and catalyst supports. ... -
The development, construction and testing of a piston-expander for small-scale solar-thermal power plants.
(2018-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The development of a prototype variable valve duration reciprocating steam expander was undertaken. A variable valve duration system was developed which could vary the cut-off ratio from 15 % to 90 %. An ... -
High Octane and Oxygenate test set-up for CFR Octane Engine.
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2018-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Petrol blending involves mixing of several refinery fuel streams, each with different properties that contribute to the usability of the final product. The octane rating of a fuel stream is the measure ... -
An affordable robotic-assisted rehabilitation device for the treatment of stroke and spinal cord injury.
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2018-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Please refer to full text for abstract -
Computational modelling techniques to determine patellofemoral joint loads.
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2018-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Neuromechanical computational tools provide insight into the loads around human joints that cannot be measured in vivo. An automated computational pipeline, designed to run with minimal user intervention ... -
Influence of exhaust gas recirculation on performance of a turbocharged diesel engine running on biofuels blends.
(2018-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Exhaust gas recirculation technology has been implemented with success in the automotive industry in reducing nitrogen oxides in diesel exhaust gas. Given that South Africa’s Clean Fuels programme currently ...
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