• Application of laterite-based geopolymer mortar for masonry bedding 

  Nuru, Zeyneb Kemal; Kearsley, Elsabe P.; Elsaigh, Walied A. (Trans Tech, 2024-12)

  This paper explores the production and properties of geopolymer cement mortar using laterite soils. The aim was to evaluate the laterite-based geopolymer mortars for masonry bedding applications. The testing programme ...
• Life cycle assessment of an avocado : grown in South Africa-enjoyed in Europe 

  Blaauw, Sheldon Alfred; Broekman, Andre; Maina, J.W. (James); Steyn, Wynand Jacobus Van der Merwe; Haddad, William A. (Springer, 2024-11)

  Please read abstract in article.
• Big data generation and comparative analysis of machine learning models in predicting the fundamental period of steel structures considering soil-structure interaction 

  Van der Westhuizen, Ashley Megan; Bakas, Nikolaos P.; Markou, George (World Scientific Publishing, 2024-11)

  The computing of the fundamental period of structures during seismic design is well documented in design codes but is mainly dependent on the height of the structure, which is considered to be the most influential parameter. ...
• Using machine learning algorithms to develop a predictive model for computing the maximum deflection of horizontally curved steel I-beams 

  Ababu, Elvis; Markou, George; Skorpen, Sarah Anne (MDPI, 2024-08)

  Horizontally curved steel I-beams exhibit a complicated mechanical response as they experience a combination of bending, shear, and torsion, which varies based on the geometry of the beam at hand. The behaviour of these ...
• Studying transfers in informal transport networks using volunteered GPS data 

  Ankunda, G.; Venter, C.J. (Christoffel Jacobus) (Elsevier, 2025-04)

  Multimodal integration is an important issue in public transport systems due to its influence on both passenger experience and overall network efficiency. In most countries in the global South, achieving integration is ...
• Tales from three construction sites: A qualitative investigation into work zone safety 

  Mokgatle, K.; Nemauluma, L.; Van Gruting, W.A.; Juba, A.; Masombuka, B.; Lowe, J.; Sampson, J.; Menon, A.; Ben-Edigbe, J.; De Beer, E.; Venter, K. (Southern African Transport Conference, 2024)

  Roads form the backbone of the South African economy, and the provision of adequate road infrastructure is key to facilitate socio-economic change. Many of South Africa’s roads are facing increasing growth in traffic ...
• Post-Covid-19 travel patterns:A literature review 

  Hirwa, E.M.; Mostafa, M. (Southern African Transport Conference, 2024)

  The COVID-19 pandemic disrupted the travel patterns of people globally. These changes could be attributed to the travel restrictions imposed by governments worldwide. Studies have shown that these changes persist somewhat ...
• Implications for transitioning to an alternative fuel bus fleet:A cost and climate impact perspective 

  Steenkamp, M.; Mtizi, C.M.R. (Southern African Transport Conference, 2024)

  Since the inception of the Paris Agreement in 2015, commitments to a more sustainable long-term climate change outcome have taken traction in both the public and private sector. This can be seen in changes in international ...
• Harnessing choice users to use public transport in South Africa 

  Van Wyk, L.; Onderwater, P. (Southern African Transport Conference, 2024)

  Many Choice Users (users who have the option to choose between private car and public transport) are quite happy using modern public transport (PT) systems like Gautrain and MyCiti in South Africa, but they seem reluctant ...
• Enhancing safe mobility using inclusive intelligent infrastructure management system 

  Abejide, S.; Adedeji, J.A. (Southern African Transport Conference, 2024)

  In the dynamic realm of urbanization, smart city development, particularly in relation to transportation infrastructure, is gaining momentum. This study addresses a gap in the current strategies by emphasizing effective ...
• A fresh perspective on access,accessibility and mobility towards a smart,accessible transpport system:meeting the NLTSF vision and requirements for George's CITP using a dynamic transport model with land use integration 

  Ferreira, I.W.; Roux, E.; Retief, L.; Fautley, S.M.; Husselmann, G.; Du Toit, A.; Robb, J.; Vanqa, Z.; Groenewald, L.; Power, D. (Southern African Transport Conference, 2024)

  In South Africa, municipalities are mandated to develop an Integrated Transportation Plan (ITP) every five years, with yearly updates, as per the National Land Transport Strategic Framework (NLTSF). Notably, the NLTSF ...
• The importance of upskilling our understanding of urban traveller behaviour 

  Hayes, G.P. (Southern African Transport Conference, 2024)

  Upskilling our ability to quantify urban traveller trip preferences and behaviour and incorporating these findings into urban transport policy development at all levels of government is a key requirement for successful ...
• A web of factors and dependencies to consider in the electrification of South Africa's minibus taxi industry 

  Jahura, A.; Vanderschuren, M.J.W.A; Booysen, M.J. (Southern African Transport Conference, 2024)

  South Africa’s minibus taxis operate fundamentally differently to formalised and structured public transport. The informal, demand-driven industry has grown into the constraints of passenger demand, accessibility, and ...
• A survey of electrical bicylce infrastructure:adaptations and conversion challenges 

  Gololo, M.G.D.; Rimer, S.; Longe, O.M.; Tivani, L. (Southern African Transport Conference, 2024)

  This research paper presents a comprehensive survey of electrical bicycle (e-bike) infrastructure in South Africa, focusing on the adaptations and conversion challenges encountered in its implementation. With the growing ...
• An analysis of shared electric bicycle infrastructure requirements for South Africa 

  Gololo, M.G.D.; Rimer, S.; Longe, O.M.; Tivani, L. (Southern African Transport Conference, 2024)

  The possibilities and challenges associated with implementing a shared electric bicycle (e- bike) infrastructure in South Africa are examined in this conference paper. The goal of the study is to pinpoint the specific ...
• An analysis of microscale segregation and socio-economic sorting in Gauteng 

  Hamann, C. (Southern African Transport Conference, 2024)

  Apartheid was the way in which the white minority government in South Africa controlled access to urban opportunities. Racially differentiated access to urban opportunities led to a strong association between race and ...
• Reduction of greenhouse gas emissions in road transport towards the the "EV Age" 

  Yang, C. (Southern African Transport Conference, 2024)

  Since the Fourth Industrial Revolution, the production, consumption, and energy utilization of humans have been excessively dependent on fossil fuels. The development and utilization of fossil energy result in the generation ...
• Cultivating high-quality talent is the answer to facing the future challenges of the transportation industry 

  Nie, Q. (Southern African Transport Conference, 2024)

  This article, set against the backdrop of Chinese bridge construction, explores how education and training of high-quality talent can enhance the transportation industry's ability to confront future challenges. Firstly, ...
• Understanding travel behaviour in Cape Town through investigating the application of alternative data sources 

  Coestee, M.; Pretorius, L. (Southern African Transport Conference, 2024)

  The City of Cape Town previously developed and continuously updates a transport model to predict future demand on the transport system in Cape Town and to inform long-term decision-making about the road and public transport ...
• Upskilling and reskilling the transport industry for current and future challenges 

  Mafukidze, T. (Southern African Transport Conference, 2024)

  In the intricate tapestry of South Africa's transport industry, the imperative for upskilling and reskilling emerges as a beacon of progress amidst myriad challenges (Brown et al., 2020). This essay navigates the dynamic ...

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