Optimizing the content and gradation of recycled tyre rubber particles to improve cracking resistance of concrete mortars by Tsoana, Molefe Donald

“…The literature suggests that the performance of concrete mortars could be improved by enhancing the material properties that influence their cracking resistance. …”
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Extraction and modification of hemicellulose from wheat bran to produce entrapment materials for the controlled release of chemicals and bioactive substances by Matavire, Thokozani Olga

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Feasibility study on the reinforcement of Ti6Al4V with tungsten carbide particles using selective laser melting by Mthembu, Noluthando Bright

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Optimized discharge excitation techniques for short pulse gas lasers : TEA CO2 laser by Kyeyune, Farooq

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Influence of catalyst ink mixing procedures on catalyst layer properties and in-situ PEMFC performance by Jacobs, Clayton Jeffrey

“…These factors are often associated with the lack of appropriate materials or manufacturing routes that would enable the cost of electricity per kWh to compete with existing technology. …”
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Sensory and nutritional properties of stinging nettle (Urtica dioica L.) leaves and leaf infusions

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Sustainable plant production on degraded soil / substrates amended with South African class F fly ash and organic materials

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Maturity indexing, pharmacological properties and postharvest performance of pomegranate fruit grown in South Africa by Fawole, Olaniyi Amos

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Antimicrobial properties and smear layer management of nine different root canal irrigation solutions

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Synthesis and structure-property relationships of 3-methylene-2-pyrrolidone-based (co)polymers by Heyns, Ingrid Marie

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Synthesis and investigation of smart nanoparticles by Koen, Yolande

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Application of stiffness geometries in the lightweight design and optimization of automotive monolithic deep-drawn hard-shell rooftops by Chirinda, Gibson Pasbel

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Towards a nuanced view of diagnostic test properties: an application to transfusion transmitted risk estimation by Bingham, Jeremy

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Degradation of mechanical properties of bovine cortical bone during long-term whole bone storage. by Carstens, Lia

“…Understanding the mechanical properties and behaviour of bone is critical for predicting fractures and failures in the human skeletal system. …”
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The Effect on the Durability Properties of Concrete of Partial Replacement of Natural Fine Aggregates with Recycled Concrete Fine Aggregates by Kahabi, Neema

“…However, the adoption of recycled fine aggregates has been a challenge due to properties such as higher water absorption and lower relative densities of the aggregates along with the variation of material sources which attributes to the lower durability performance of concrete made with recycled fine aggregates. …”
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An assessment of the potential for utilisation of soil-stored seed, from on- and off 'conservation islands' (isolated mountains), as an indicator of restoration potential of degrad... by Jones, F. Elizabeth (Freda Elizabeth)

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An abrasive-corrosive wear evaluation of some aluminium alloys by Meyer-Rödenbeck, G D

“…This investigation evaluates the abrasive-corrosive wear behaviour of aluminium alloys with the aim of establishing a data base of performance and guide lines for material optimisation. Wear test apparatus and standard tests developed by previous research programmes were utilised (Noel and Allen, 1981; Barker, 1988). …”
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Correlation between homogenisation parameters and property evolution of AA3104 CBS after hot finish rolling by Lebakeng, Khethisa

“…PSC testing on a Gleeble 3800 was utilised to simulate industrial hot finish rolling conditions. …”
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Development, microstructure and mechanical characterisation of nickel-based ceramic reinforced metal matrix composites manufactured by laser powder bed fusion by Mwambe, Polline

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