Masters Degrees (Mechanical and Mechatronic Engineering)
Recent Submissions
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The improvement of a battery thermal management system for an electric vehicle
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University., 2020-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The increasing cost of fossil fuels, along with the growing concern over climate change, has sparked renewed interest in the research and development of Electric Vehicles (EVs). This thesis focusses on ... -
Design of a soft pheumatic oscillator
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University., 2020-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The field of soft robotics and more specifically flexible fluidic actuators makes use of conventional control systems that are usually tethered and cumbersome. This project followed a systems engineering ... -
Design and development of a morphing wing utilising flexible materials
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University., 2020-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Aircraft wings are required to operate in a multitude of different aerodynamic conditions. To compensate for these varying conditions, modern aircraft are equipped with devices that can alter the ... -
Operational modal analysis on the SA Agulhas II
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University., 2020-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Full-scale operational measurements were conducted on a polar vessel during an expedition to Antarctica. Accelerometers distributed along the length of the vessel were used to capture vertical, lateral ... -
Development of a canine knee implant
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University., 2020-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Patient-specific canine knee implants have the potential to restore lost mobility to knees experiencing joint degradation. Due to high costs associated with current implant solutions, this research focused ... -
Numerical investigation of heat transfer enhancement in solar receiver tubes
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University., 2020-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Concentrated solar power (CSP) could serve as a viable means of meeting the demands of an increasing rise in electricity requirements, as well as, being a means to produce clean and renewable energy. ... -
The effect of hub configuration on the performance of an air-cooled steam condenser fan
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University., 2020-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Axial flow fans used in air-cooled condensers are typically analysed with smooth rounded hubs due to their superior performance. However, such a hub increases the manufacturing and installation costs ... -
Design and validation of a hip and quadriceps assembly mechanism for a knee squat simulator
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University., 2020-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Given the prevalence of osteoarthritis, knee implants are continuously being improved. In vitro experiments can be used to evaluate the performance of an implant by investigating biomechanical behaviour ... -
Measurement of in vivo patella and achilles tendon forces during treadmill running
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University., 2020-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Tendons are the connections that translate forces from muscles to bone and are essential to the musculoskeletal system movement during locomotion. The load experienced during running is believed to be a ... -
Direct measurement of patellofemoral contact force
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University., 2020-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Osteoarthritis is a prevalent disease that affects millions of people around the world. The most effective treatment is a total knee arthroplasty. However, post-operative patellofemoral problems do arise, ... -
Mapping the relationship between the subjective response of jurors to fan blade parameters
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University., 2020-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The noise generated by computer cooling fans is known to be a factor which may cause discomfort in the workplace. Aerodynamic noise caused by fan blades has been identified to be a significant factor ... -
Design methodology for an inflatable membrane aerofoil using numerical shape optimisation
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University., 2020-04)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The use of inflatable wings for unmanned aerial vehicles over their fixed-winged counterparts has many advantages such as the wing’s ability to be folded up when deflated, this saves storage space. ... -
An inverse finite element approach for material characterization of small hyperelastic samples.
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2019-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The aim of this research was to develop and test an experimental method, which could be scaled to samples of 4 mm x 4 mm x 1-2 mm in size. To validate the design of the experimental method, it was applied ... -
A multibody workflow to investigate ACL biomechanics.
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2019-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury often occurs in high intensity sports involving contact or sudden changes of direction. Knee biomechanics change due to ACL injury and cause other ligaments and ... -
Image classification from EEG Brain Signals using machine learning and deep learning techniques.
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2019-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Please refer to full text for abstract -
A large design space multi-disciplinary optimization of a mixed flow micro gas turbine compressor stage
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2019-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: This thesis presents a novel method of parametrization and optimization for a large design space exploration of a micro gas turbine compressor stage. 48 free parameters were used to control the meridional ... -
Computational fluid dynamics-modelling of a multi-stage transonic axial-flow compressor.
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2017-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: This research originates from commercial interest in the numerical modelling of transonic axial compressors. The Darmstadt R-1/S-1 and NASA Stage-37 transonic stages are used as validation test cases using ... -
Feasibility of once-through cooling for 50MWe solar thermal power plant on / near the lower Orange River.
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2019-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The rapid increase in demand for solar energy and its contribution to the national grid has placed new emphasis on the performance of Concentrating Solar Power (CSP) Plant. Plant performance can be ... -
The development of a medical biomarker test to aid in rapid screening for the presence of infectious diseases
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2019-04)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The widespread threat of antimicrobial resistance poses a major problem worldwide. A low-cost rapid biomarker test to aid in the screening of infectious diseases could potentially play a major role in ...
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