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  • Ultrasonic borehole flowmeter 
    Du Preez, M.; Hertzog, P. (Interim : Interdisciplinary Journal, Vol 7, Issue 1: Central University of Technology Free State Bloemfontein, 2008)
    Although research has been conducted in the field of Acoustic Doppler Borehole Flowmeters (ADBF), it has been focused on point source of flow and three dimensional borehole flow techniques. However as of yet, no studies ...
  • Undergraduate research preparation is crucial for postgraduate studies 
    Maasdorp, C.; Holtzhausen, S. (Interim : Interdisciplinary Journal, Vol 8, Issue 1: Central University of Technology Free State Bloemfontein, 2009)
    Worldwide, including in South Africa, involvement in research is making increasing quality demands on higher education institutions in terms of sustaining high-level research capability and involvement on an efficient and ...
  • Understanding academics' popular science publishing : institution culture and management style effects 
    Crettaz Von Roten, F.; Goastellec, G. (Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein: Journal for New Generation Sciences, 2015)
    Most universities and higher education systems have formally taken up a third mission, which involves various public outreach and engagement activities. Little is known regarding how higher education institutions' organisations ...
  • UNDERSTANDING POVERTY: CAUSES, EFFECTS AND CHARACTERISTICS 
    Ramphoma, S (Interim : Interdisciplinary Journal, Vol 13, Issue 2: Central University of Technology Free State Bloemfontein, 2014)
    The aim of this article is to examine the concept of poverty in terms of definition, types, causes, determinants and indicators. The relationship between inequality and poverty is also visited. The absolute and relative ...
  • The University of KwaZulu-Natal approach towards community development and community service 
    Mazibuko, Ntombfikile (Journal for New Generation Sciences, Vol 3, Issue 1: Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein, 2005)
    This article is strengthened by the current changes in the South African higher education environment and its impact on community development involvement within the University Sector. The South African Education White Paper ...
  • Usability challenges of upgrading a word processor user interface 
    Moeti, L.; De Wet, L.; Beelders, T. (Journal for New Generation Sciences, Vol 8, Issue 3: Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein, 2010)
    This study evaluated the difficulty, in terms of usability, of upgrading from one version of a word processor user interface (Microsoft Word 2003) to another (2007). Laboratory-based usability testing involving 23 participants, ...
  • The use of colour as a tool for propaganda 
    Kleynhans, J.H. (Interim : Interdisciplinary Journal, Vol 6, Issue 1: Central University of Technology Free State Bloemfontein, 2007)
    The main objective of this paper is to point out the crucial role that colour plays in human perception of stimuli, and how we may use this information to promote and enhance our communicational objectives. If we can educate ...
  • The use of information and communications technology (ICT) in e-service delivery and effective governance in South Africa 
    Mohele, I.; De Beer, K.J. (Interim : Interdisciplinary Journal, Vol 6, Issue 2: Central University of Technology Free State Bloemfontein, 2007)
    The current debate within the ASGISA and NEPAD policy structures of the South African Government is to enhance E-service delivery via Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) for all citizens. This paper deals with ...
  • The use of mixed methods as reflected in two eminent South African educational research journals 
    Schulze, S.; Kamper, G. (Journal for New Generation Sciences, Vol 10, Issue 1: Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein, 2012)
    The epistemological and ontological orientations relevant for this research are positivism, interpretivism and pragmatism. These paradigms of inquiry are associated with quantitatively oriented research traditions, ...
  • The use of ultraviolet radiation as a nonthermal treatment for the inactivation of alicyclobacillus acidoterrestris spores in water, wash water from a fruit processing plant and grape juice concentrate 
    Groenewald, W.H.; Gouws, P.A.; Cilliers, F.P.; Witthuhn, R.C. (Journal for New Generation Sciences, Vol 11, Issue 2: Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein, 2013)
    Alicyclobacillus acidoterrestris is a non-pathogenic, spore-forming bacterium that can survive the commercial pasteurisation processes commonly used during fruit juice production. Surviving bacterial endospores germinate, ...
  • Using haptic modelling for spinal implant design 
    Campbell, R.I.; Lo-Sapio, M.; Martorelli, M. (Journal for New Generation Sciences, Vol 7, Issue 3: Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein, 2009)
    The link from medical scan images through data manipulation to additive manufacturing is well established. Various types of software are used to deliver the required .STL file(s). Often, the data manipulation will require ...
  • Using life history to understand the interplay between identity, critical agency and social justice education 
    Francis, D.; Le Roux, A. (Journal for New Generation Sciences, Vol 10, Issue 3: Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein, 2012)
    In this article we use the concepts identity, agency and social justice education as a lens to explore the role of life history research in the study of the interconnection between emerging teacher identities, critical ...
  • Using neural networks modelling as motivation for alternative assessment practices in higher engineering education 
    Luwes, N.J. (Interim : Interdisciplinary Journal: Vol 9, Issue 2: Central University of Technology Free State Bloemfontein, 2010)
    The human brain has about 100 billion neurons. These neural networks can be simulated in the science of artificial intelligence. Thus are these mathematical models in artificial intelligence based on their biological neural ...
  • Using system dynamics principles for conceptual modelling of smart city development in South Africa 
    Das, D.K. (Interim : Interdisciplinary Journal, Vol 13, Issue 3: Central University of Technology Free State Bloemfontein, 2013)
    South African cities are in the process of transition in the changing scenario and need a change in the planning perspective for their sustainable development. The concept of smart city offers opportunities for such ...
  • Vacuum casting as a rapid manufacturing and prototyping option 
    Aggenbacht, F.C. (Interim : Interdisciplinary Journal, Vol 4, Issue 1: Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein, 2005)
    This article looks at the role that vacuum casting plays in the rapid prototyping and rapid manufacturing process. The accuracy to which components can be reproduced, by looking at the controllable factors in the casting ...
  • 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 ...
  • Vestigingsvraagstukke van ondernemings : 'n kort oorsig 
    Duvenage, J.B. (Interim : Interdisciplinary Journal, Vol 4, Issue 2: Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein, 2005)
    One of the most important decisions an entrepreneur can make is to determine the physical location of the enterprise. Each enterprise has its own ideal place. The place of establishment must contribute to the optimal ...
  • The virtual university 
    De Munnik, Evert (Journal for New Generation Sciences, Vol 2, Issue 2: Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein, 2004)
    The article views the concept of a virtual university. Various conceptual definitions are presented to debate the question on what a virtual university is. The author explains the important contribution of technology driven ...

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