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  • Radiation safety requirements for training of users of diagnostic X-ray equipment in South Africa 
    van der Merwe, B.; Kruger, S.B.; Nel, M.M. (African Journal of Health Professions Education, 2017)
    Globally, the aim of requirements regarding the use and ownership of diagnostic medical X-ray equipment is to limit radiation by abiding by the ‘as low as reasonably achievable’ (ALARA) principle. The ignorance of ...
  • Radio broadcasting in the era of HIV/AIDS: Can this be the magic bullet? 
    Nyawasha, Tawanda Sydesky; Chipunza, Crispen (Sage: International Social Work, 2015)
    In this study, we assessed the relevance and effectiveness of radio broadcasting as a strategy that facilitates the adoption and use of safer sexual practices among students at a South African university. Based on ...
  • A Radiographic Criteria Checklist to Determine Reasons for Errors, Resulting in Sub-Optimal Routine Shoulder Projections 
    Sebelego, Ida-Keshia; Van der Merwe, Belinda; Du Plessis, Jeanette (Health SA, 2019-08-14)
    Background: Optimal shoulder images must adhere to specific radiographic criteria before they are sent to the radiologist for reporting. Repeat x-rays of the shoulder may increase radiation exposure to the patient. Aim: ...
  • Raffia Palm (Raphia Hookeri) Wine: Qualitative Sugar Profile, Functional Chemistry, and Antidiabetic Properties 
    Erukainure, Ochuko L.; Chukwuma, Chika I.; Islam, M.D Shahidul (Food Bioscience, 2019)
    The effects of short-term fermentation on the sugar quality, functional chemistry, antioxidant and antidiabetic properties of Raffia palm (Raphia hookeri) wine were investigated. Palm wine samples were subjected to open ...
  • A Rapid and Convenient Synthesis of Acridine Derivatives Using Camphor Sulfonic Acid Catalyst 
    Bhagat, D.S.; Tekale, S.U.; Dhas, A.K.; Deshmukh, S.U.; Pawar, R.P.; Kendrekar, P.S. (Organic Preparations and Procedures International, 2019-02-15)
  • Rapid die manufacturing using direct laser metal deposition 
    Pereira, M.F.V.T.; Williams, M.; Bruwer, R. (Journal for New Generation Sciences, Vol 7, Issue 3: Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein, 2009)
    Global issues such as energy and climate changes have impacted on both the automotive and aerospace industries, forcing them to adopt measures to produce products that consume fewer combustibles and emit less carbon dioxide. ...
  • Rapid Manufacturing of Patient-specific Shielding Masks, using RP in parallel with Metal Spraying 
    de Beer, Deon J.; Truscott, Michéle; Booysen, Gerrie J.; Barnard, Ludrick J.; van der Walt, Jakobus G. (Emerald: Rapid Prototyping Journal, 2005)
    The purpose of the present work is to develop a methodology to manufacture patient‐specific models (lead masks) to be used as protective shields during cancer treatment, using 3D photography, rapid prototyping (RP) and ...
  • Rapid prototyping and manufacturing in medical product development 
    Truscott, M.; Booysen, G.J.; De Beer, D.J. (Interim : Interdisciplinary Journal, Vol 8, Issue 2: Central University of Technology Free State Bloemfontein, 2009)
    RP and recently RM have been key factors in the development of the manufacturing industry in assisting in the development of new products. Fortunately, the application of these technologies has been realised in the medical ...
  • Rapid prototyping and medical product development - getting there fast / first 
    Booysen, Gerrie J. (Interim : Interdisciplinary Journal, Vol 3, Issue 2: Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein, 2004)
    When a patient is intubated during anesthesia it is very important that the Endo-tracheal (ET) tube remains in the correct place. If the tube deviates from the correct position it can cause one or both lungs to collapse ...
  • Rapid Prototyping and Medical Product Development-getting there fast/first 
    Booysen, Gerrie J (University of Technology, Free State:Interim : Interdisciplinary Journal, 2004)
    When a patient is intubated during anesthesia it is very important that the Endo-tracheal (ET) tube remains in the correct place. If the tube deviates from the correct position it can cause one or both lungs to collapse ...
  • Rapid prototyping techniques in the Medical Sector 
    Truscott, Michele; de Beer, Deon; Barnard, Ludrick; Booysen, Gerrie (Central University of Technology, Free State: Journal for New Generation Sciences, 2005)
    Different applications of RP manufacturing technologies in the medical sector are discussed. In South Africa, in general the use of RP technology has been slow, but more specifically in the medical field, although the ...
  • Rapid Tooling in support of accelerated new product development 
    de Beer, Deon; Booysen, Gerrie; Barnard, Ludrick; Truscott, Michèle (Emerald: Assembly Automation, 2005)
    The paper examines whether additive manufacturing can deliver durable injection‐moulding tools – fast, reliable, accurate and economic. Researchers from the Central University of Technology, Free State (CUT), South Africa, ...
  • Re-framing the gallery: South African exhibition spaces as case studies 
    Wanda, Odendaal (Bloemfontein : Central University of Technology, Free State, 2019-12-09)
    In South Africa, both the public art museum and commercial art gallery, as distinct spatial building types, have a level of framed separation from the urban context. By drawing general comparisons between local examples, ...
  • Reading Skills Acquisition in English: A Comparison of Monolingualism and Bilingualism in Foundation Phase 
    Phindane, Pule (Journal Psychology, 2014)
    This study is based on the findings from a study conducted to examine acquisition of reading skills of monolingual English and bilingual Sesotho-English third grade learners by evaluating their phonological and reading ...
  • Recent e-Manufacturing solutions developed by EOS 
    Langer, H.J.; Shellabear, M. (Journal for New Generation Sciences, Vol 4, Issue 1: Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein, 2006)
    e-Manufacturing means the fast, flexible and cost-effective production of parts directly from electronic data, which can include rapid prototyping, rapid tooling, (spare) parts on demand etc. Especially interesting is the ...
  • Reconceptualisation of cooperative education at the Tshwane University of Technology : a case study 
    Wessels, M.L.; Jacobsz, J.M. (Journal for New Generation Sciences, Vol 9, Issue 2: Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein, 2011)
    In universities of technology there is much confusion regarding the concept cooperative education and related terminology. The aim of this article is to offer a conceptual alternative for cooperative education, based on ...
  • Reconciling Business Social Responsibility Goals, Activities and Practices in Hospitality SMMES in an Emerging Economy 
    Rambe, Patient (African Journal of Business and Economic Research (AJBER), 2018)
    Despite the prominence of business social responsibility (BSR) studies in advanced economies and their gradual maturation in emerging economies, no systematic attempt has been made to reconcile BSR goals, activities and ...
  • A reconfigurable AGV with omni-directional sensing 
    Kotze, B.; Jordaan, G.D.; Vermaak, H. (Journal for New Generation Sciences, Vol 8, Issue 3: Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein, 2010)
    Automatic guided vehicles are being used increasingly in a manufacturing environment. Developing a platform that could be easily reconfigured is perhaps a desirable option for a user with low capacity outputs. The research ...
  • Reconstruction of an Extensive Midfacial Defect Using Additive Manufacturing Techniques 
    Fernandes, N; van den Heever, J; Hoogendijk, C; Botha, S; Booysen, G; Els, J (Journal Prosthodont., 2016)
    Malignant peripheral nerve sheath tumors are extremely rare tumors arising in peripheral nerves. Only 17 cases involving the trigeminal nerve have ever been reported. These tumors have a very poor prognosis and very high ...
  • REFLECTING ON INDUSTRY AND STUDENT EXPECTATIONS FOR WORKING IN THE TOURISM AND HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY: A CASE STUDY 
    KOKT, Deseré; STRYDOM, Albertus J. (Sa Journal for Research in Sport Physical Education and Recreation, 2014)
    The tourism and hospitality industry faces major challenges of which a shortage of professional industry-related skills is probably the most pronounced. Added challenges include recruiting and retaining staff within an ...

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