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  • The amalgamation of mechanical, electrical and software technology to remove manual tasks performed in a vehicle rental business 
    Van Rensburg, D.; Wessels, C.H. (Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein: Interim : Interdisciplinary Journal, 2015)
    Most operational businesses today are restricted to normal business hours, as it is not cost effective for a business to operate on a 24-hour basis. Not only will operational costs increase substantially, in addition to ...
  • Assessment of traffic congestion in the central areas of Kimberley city 
    Das, D.K.; Keetse, M.S.M. (Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein: Interim : Interdisciplinary Journal, 2015)
    Traffic congestion is a challenge leading to undesirable consequences in most of the cities of the world. Many large and medium cities of South Africa, specifically the central business districts (CBD) are facing this ...
  • Capacitive coupling on overhead power lines 
    Van Der Mescht, M. (Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein: Interim : Interdisciplinary Journal, 2015)
    This paper contains research performed on the effects of capacitive coupling on overhead power lines under loss of phase conditions in an earthed system. The research was triggered by a contact incident which occurred on ...
  • Clearing of transient faults in MV networks 
    Van Der Mescht, C.J.; Van Schalkwyk, W.J.D (Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein: Interim : Interdisciplinary Journal, 2015)
    This paper contains research performed on the effectiveness of methods that aims to clear transient faults on MV networks without causing momentary supply loss to customers due to ARC operations, which is achieved by ...
  • Cost-benefit analysis of recloser placement for reliability 
    Pretorius, J.; Gaunt, C.T. (Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein: Interim : Interdisciplinary Journal, 2015)
    Technical network reliability in electrical distribution networks and the improvement thereof will always be part of utilities and the electricity supply industry. One of the key reliability improvement strategies is ...
  • Effects of illumination on accessibility of public parks in South African cities 
    Honiball, J.; Honiball, J.; Das, D. (Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein: Interim : Interdisciplinary Journal, 2015)
    Public parks (PP) and open recreational facilities are essential elements in cities particularly in the residential areas. Evidence from literature suggests that PPs have a positive influence on the social and physical ...
  • Environmental effects of road pavements stabilized with Class F fly ash 
    Heyns, M.W.; Hassan, M.M. (Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein: Interim : Interdisciplinary Journal, 2015)
    Fly Ash is a residue generated by coal combustion and abundantly available, but due to potentially toxic elements found in Fly Ash, is considered harmful to the environment. The objective of this study is to evaluate the ...
  • Examining the relationship between abstract thinking ability and academic performance in object oriented programming : a psychometric and theoretical analysis of student capacity 
    Kompi, M.; Grobbelaar, L. (Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein: Interim : Interdisciplinary Journal, 2015)
    Abstract reasoning involves flexible thinking as well as solving problems creatively and logically. Evidence suggest that especially first year students that undertake Information Technology studies at institutions of ...
  • Extending the technology acceptance model to evaluate discussion forum adoption in a learning management system 
    Aucamp, J.; Swart, J. (Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein: Interim : Interdisciplinary Journal, 2015)
    The inclusion of ICT for educational purposes has burgeoned over the past decade. However, preliminary investigations indicate that e-learning systems remain underutilized, including systems such as discussion forums. The ...
  • Geotutor : software created as an educational resource for geotechnical engineering 
    Badenhorst, W.; Theron, E. (Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein: Interim : Interdisciplinary Journal, 2015)
    Innovative software applications may prove to be advantageous in a teaching environment. It has been proven that technological teaching produces better achievement in class and an increased interest in the relevant field ...
  • A mechanism for lean and sustainability : the case of infrastructure projects in South Africa 
    Isa, R.B.; Emuze, F.A.; Das, D.K. (Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein: Interim : Interdisciplinary Journal, 2015)
    Stakeholders in the construction sector are placing a much stronger emphasis on the importance of attaining sustainability within the industry. While much efforts has been deployed towards attaining sustainable development ...
  • Multi material powder delivering systems for selective laser melting 
    Kinnear, A.; Yadroitsava, I.; Yadroitsev, I. (Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein: Interim : Interdisciplinary Journal, 2015)
    Selective Laser Melting (SLM) is a powder bed fusion process which is an additive manufacturing (AM) process, whereby a laser beam selectively fuses regions of a powder bed to form complex objects. Growth in the SLM field ...
  • Multiple vision inspections from a single control system using vision assistant software 
    Bihi, T.; Vermaak, H. (Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein: Interim : Interdisciplinary Journal, 2015)
    The development of a Machine Vision system involved the selection of various components that will work together in order to solve a vision problem. The vision system was tasked with verifying reconfiguration and the position ...
  • Optimum strategic management system for Lesotho roads network through RONET model 
    Al-Hussain, M. D.A.; Hassan, M.M. (Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein: Interim : Interdisciplinary Journal, 2015)
    The paper presents the application of World Bank's Model RONET to optimize strategic management system for Lesotho roads network. The Lesotho road network condition deteriorated considerably during the 2000s due to ...
  • Residual stresses in direct metal laser sintered parts 
    Van Zyl, I.; Yadroitsava, I.; Yadroitsev, I. (Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein: Interim : Interdisciplinary Journal, 2015)
    Direct Metal Laser Sintering (DMLS) fabricates parts using a track-by-track, layer-by-layer method in which powder is formed by melting and solidification of single tracks and thin layers. A laser beam scans over the powder ...
  • Sustainable approach to upgrade low volume roads in Petrusville 
    Mckenzie, E.; Hassan, M. Mostafa (Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein: Interim : Interdisciplinary Journal, 2015)
    Research undertaken in Petrusville and Philipstown was to illustrate how nonconventional materials performed as a sub-base. Roads investigated in this research paper were classified as light or low volume roads where the ...
  • Validating a reconfigurable assembly system utilizing virtual commissioning 
    Vermaak, H.J.; Niemann, J.A. (Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein: Interim : Interdisciplinary Journal, 2015)
    South African manufacturing companies today need to be more sophisticated technologically to compete for global markets. The latest trend in automation and manufacturing emerges in the form of reconfigurable systems. The ...
  • Validating the acceptance zone for PV modules using a simplified measuring approach 
    Swart, A.J. (Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein: Interim : Interdisciplinary Journal, 2015)
    Optimizing the output power of any PV module involves a number of factors, including the orientation angle. However, many PV modules are not installed at the suggested orientation angle of 0° N in South Africa, thereby ...
  • Validating the optimum tilt angle for PV modules in the central region of South Africa for the winter season 
    Hertzog, P.E. (Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein: Interim : Interdisciplinary Journal, 2015)
    Optimizing the output power of any PV module involves a number of factors, including the setting of the tilt angle. The purpose of this paper is to present empirical evidence validating the optimum tilt angle for PV module ...

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