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A systems engineering approach to coronary heart disease
(North-West University (South Africa) , Potchefstroom Campus, 2015)
Coronary heart disease (CHD) is the largest cause of death globally. This is worrying considering the substantial investments made in the research and prevention of CHD. It may be possible that the current reductionistic ...
Implementing energy efficiency measures on the compressed air network of old South African mines
(North-West University, 2011)
anthracite with the highest fixed carbon and lowest ash contents exhibited the smallest shrinkage during in situ TMA calcination. High fixed carbon, low ash type anthracites are therefore less prone to dimensional instabilities ...
Thermal–hydraulics simulation of a benchmark case for a typical Materials Test Reactor using Flownex
(North-West University, 2011)
The purpose of this study was to serve as a starting point in gaining understanding and experience of simulating a typical Pool Type Research Reactor with the thermal hydraulic software code Flownex®. During the study the ...
Thermomechanical analysis of raw materials used in the production of Soderberg electrode paste
(North-West University, 2011)
Applications of chromium vary widely (refractories, chemicals and metallurgical); however, the greatest benefit of chromium is its ability to improve the corrosion resistance, strength and hardness of steel. South Africa ...
Karakterisering en evaluering van 'n hidrouliese enjinmonteerstuk
(North-West University, 2011)
The engine mount system is an important aspect to achieve vibration isolation, and has a very important effect on the ride standards and noise in a vehicle's compartment. In this study a hydraulic engine mount was designed ...
Cooperative control of an active magnetic bearing and sensorless drive system
(North-West University (South Africa). Potchefstroom Campus, 2019)
This thesis presents the cooperative control of an active magnetic bearing (AMB) and sensorless drive system. Traditionally, these two systems are considered as independent modular components within a larger system. The ...
Sulphate removal from industrial effluents through barium sulphate precipitation
(North-West University, 2011)
The pollution of South Africa’s water resources puts a strain on an already stressed natural
resource. One of the main pollution sources is industrial effluents such as acid mine drainage
(AMD) and other mining effluents. ...
Thermodynamic cycle design of a Brayton–Rankine combined cycle for a pebble bed modular reactor
(North-West University, 2011)
The rapid development in nuclear technology worldwide has created the need for an efficient power conversion unit to extract the energy from the new generation IV reactors. The generation IV reactor currently under ...
The effect of particle size on the performance of low-smoke fuels in coal stoves
(North-West University, Potchefstroom Campus, 2018)
The link between exposure to household air pollution (HAP) and ill-health has been consistently
drawn in the literature. The World Health Organisation (WHO) places the burden of disease
from HAP at an estimated 4.3 million ...
Integrating various energy saving initiatives on compressed air systems of typical South African gold mines
(North-West University, 2011)
Electrical energy is commonly used in households and in industry - demand continues to rise due to economic and population growth. This requires that energy suppliers must increase their supply capacity. The result is that ...