Finite element analyses of a wave loaded pile : deterministic and probabilistic by Grant, C L

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Stable algorithms for generalized thermoelasticity based on operator-splitting and time-discontinuous Galerkin finite element methods by Wakeni, Mebratu Fenta

“…The capability of the newly formulated generalized model of thermoelasticity in predicting various expected features of non-Fourier response is illustrated by a number of numerical examples. …”
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Nonlinear control for Two-Link flexible manipulator by Shalaby, Mohamed

“…This thesis focuses on the development of dynamic formulation model and three control techniques aiming to achieve accurate position control and improving dynamic stability for Two-Link Flexible Manipulators (TLFMs). …”
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Thermal design of a helically coiled boiler by Matolla, Jacques

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An assessment of the inherent reliability of SANS 10162-2 for cold-formed steel columns using the direct strength method by West-Russell, Michael Alexander

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Dynamic and robust estimation of risk and return in modern portfolio theory by Mupambirei, Rodwel

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A scoping review on the use of telerehabilitation in physiotherapy in low and middle income countries by Ndzamba, Bonginkosi

“…Conclusion: We developed a model for ethambutol and observed that different formulations of ethambutol affected its bioavailability and absorption. …”
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Batch sizing and scheduling on a volatile production line through the usage of linear optimisation by Hugo, Jeanne-Marie

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Outcomes-based education in South Africa since 1994 : policy objectives and implementation complexities

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Estimating the marginal value of agricultural irrigation water: A methodology and empirical application to the Berg River Catchment by Muller, Jacob

“…The model is then used to econometrically estimate the marginal value of commercial irrigation water in the Berg Water Management Area (WMA), using a Translog functional form, Tobit censored regression model, including controls for heterogeneity, and accounting for heteroscedasticity. …”
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Efficient energy management in ultra-dense wireless networks by Wambi, Paul James

“…The channel model takes into account signal interference from all base stations, path loss, fading, log normal shadowing, modulation and coding schemes used on each UE’s communication channels when computing throughout. …”
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A virtual element method for hyperelasticity by van Huyssteen, Daniel

“…Furthermore, the versatility of the proposed VEM formulation is demonstrated through its application to a range of popular isotropic and transversely isotropic material models for a wide variety of material parameters. …”
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An investigation into the parameters effecting the performance of tube mills : the behaviour of a single particle on the inside of a rotating cylinder by Nates, M B

“…This thesis concentrates on the motion of a single particle moving on the inside of a smooth rotating cylinder. Three formulations are presented that model the motion of the particle. …”
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An evaluation of patient care in selected hospitals in Swaziland by Dlamini, Vivian Alvina

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The role of social media in HIV/AIDS communication: The relationship between perceived need and design utilities by Robertson, Jeandri

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An exploratory study of the effects of additive manufacturing as a disruptive innovation in the medical prosthetic industry

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The Dual Education System in Egypt: the system's challenges and the way forward by Mohamed, Raghda Khaled

“…It is implemented in several countries and consists of several models. One of these models is the dual educational system. …”
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Dynamic system evaluation of fluctuating processor raw material on value chain financial sustainability

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Environmental regulation as a determinant of trade: an empirical investigation of the "Pollution Haven Hypothesis" in the context of international trade by Ellis Brown, Rupert

“…This paper applies an augmented version of the Heckscher-Ohlin-Vanek model to a broad cross section of countries for the period 2001 to 2011, providing evidence that a country's environmental regulatory regime has an influence on the energy content of trade. …”
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