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The Simultaneous Optimization of the Nose and Tail Geometry of a High-Speed Train for Drag and Crosswind Stability
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2018
)
Thermal Performance of an Air Channel with Cylindrical Cross-bars
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2021
)
Influence of Circumferential Spans of Heat Flux Distributions on Secondary Flow, Heat Transfer and Friction Factors for a Linear Focusing Solar Collector Type Absorber Tube
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2017
)
Simplified sizing and selection of HVAC systems
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2007-07-12
)
Profiling of rough terrain
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2009-12-09
)
Posture control of a low-cost commercially available hexapod robot for uneven terrain locomotion
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2018
)
Forecasting spare parts demand using condition monitoring information
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2018
)
Development of a low-cost vibration protection device for industrial gearboxes
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2014
)
Impact of coal quality on equipment lifetime at coal-fired power stations
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2019
)
A discourse concerning certain stochastic optimization algorithms and their application to the imaging of cataclysmic variable stars
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2006-07-27
)
The Effects of Age and Wear on the Stiffness Properties of an SUV tyre
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2017
)
An algebraic multigrid solution strategy for efficient solution of free-surface flows
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2011-10-04
)
Heat transfer augmentation in a rectangular channel by the use of porous sinusoidal screen inserts.
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2019
)
Acoustic emission-based diagnostics and prognostics of slow rotating bearings using Bayesian techniques
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2014
)
Natural convection and radiation heat loss in solar cavity receivers-numerical modelling performance enhancement and optimisation
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2016
)
Latent analysis of unsupervised latent variable models in fault diagnostics of rotating machinery under stationary and time-varying operating conditions
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2020
)
Utilizing available time-varying operating condition information in learning-based methods for fault diagnostics of rotating machinery
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2022
)
Development of effective gearbox fault diagnosis methodologies utilising various levels of prior knowledge
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2019
)
Clamped plate-style recuperator for a small-scale solar thermal brayton cycle using high-temperature sealant
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2019
)
Parallel competing algorithms in global optimization
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2006-03-08
)
Mechanical failures a contributing cause to motor vehicle accidents
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2006-12-21
)
Thermodynamic optimisation of an open - air solar thermal Brayton cycle with fixed temperature constraints
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2014
)
Development of an Aeroprediction Method for Slender Bodies Including Aeroelastic Effects Using Euler-Based Local Piston Theory
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2019
)
Articulated vehicle stability control using brake-based torque vectoring
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2021
)
Numerical investigation on the effect of gravitational orientation on bubble growth during flow boiling in a high aspect ratio microchannel
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2019
)
Simulation of Fibre Pull-out Using a Graphics Processing Unit Accelerated Discrete Element Model
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2020
)
A predictive method that allows a condition-based maintenance implementation based on failure statistics and partial knowledge of failure mechanisms
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2018
)
Effect of the tailpipe entry geometry on a two-stroke engine's performance prediction
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2006-11-01
)
Thermodynamic optimization of sustainable energy system : application to the optimal design of heat exchangers for geothermal power systems
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2013
)
Computational fluid dynamics model for controlling dust and methane in underground coalmines
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2011-10-18
)
The ride comfort vs. handling compromise for off-road vehicles
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2011-03-17
)
Multi-state hydro-pneumatic suspension system through the use of Magneto-Rheological (MR) valves
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2015
)
Friction factor correlations for perforated tubes at low injection rates
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2011
)
Automated learning rates in machine learning for dynamic mini-batch sub-sampled losses
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2020-12
)
Experimental investigation of circumferentially non-uniform heat flux on the heat transfer coefficient in a smooth horizontal tube with buoyancy driven secondary flow
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2018
)
Drill wear monitoring using instantaneous angular speed : a comparison with conventional technologies used in drill monitoring systems
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2012
)
Sustainable RDSM strategy for South Africa
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2007-01-12
)
Modelling of a passive hydraulic steering for locomotives
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2015
)
Cellular automata as an approximate method in structural analysis
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2006-11-01
)
An investigation on inefficiencies in spare part management processes in South African Power Plants
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2018
)
Suspension forces on a tri-axle air suspended semi-trailer
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2009-06-29
)
Geometric optimisation of heat transfer in channels using Newtonian and non-Newtonian fluids
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2012
)
Development and implementation of state variable based user materials in computational plasticity
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2016
)
Further refinements and a new efficient solution of a novel model for predicting indoor climate
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
1990
)
Approaches to the improvement of order tracking techniques for vibration based diagnostics in rotating machines
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2011-10-17
)
Single -phase heat transfer and pressure drop of water cooled at a constant wall temperature inside horizontal circular smooth and enhanced tubes with different inlet configuration in the transitional flow regime
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2010-06-04
)
Theory of the microfluidic channel angular accelerometer for inertial measurement applications
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2007-05-15
)
Multidisciplinary design and optimisation of liquid containers for sloshing and impact
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2006-01-24
)
Internal vibration monitoring of a planetary gearbox
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2010-08-24
)
Braking based integrated rollover prevention and yaw control for an off-road vehicle
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2016
)
Optimal sensor placement approaches for the design of inverse experiments by simulation
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2017
)
Multiple objective optimization of an airfoil shape
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2011
)
Finite element analysis of electrostatic coupled systems using geometrically nonlinear mixed assumed stress finite elements
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2007
)
Optimisation techniques for combustor design
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2009-04-28
)
Line of sight stabilization of an optical instrument using gained magnetostrictive actuators
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2006-07-20
)
Design and optimum operation of a re-configurable planar Gough-Stewart machining platform
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2006-11-01
)
Thermal management and optimisation of heat transfer from discrete heat sources
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2016
)
Pull-out of hooked end steel fibres : experimental and numerical study
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2013
)
Constructal design and optimisation of combined microchannels and micro pin fins for microelectronic cooling
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2016
)
Cavity natural convection of zinc oxide-water nanofluid - experimental work
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2015
)
Low speed wind tunnel testing and data correction methods for aircraft models in ground effect
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
1999
)
Theoretical analyses and design, construction and testing of a flow loop for the study of generalised forced and natural convection boiling heat transfer phenomena on typical light-water nuclear reactor fuel pin configurations
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2019
)
Finite element developments and applications in structural topology optimization
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2007
)
An optimization approach to the determination of manipulator workspaces
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2009-06-01
)
Towards a hybrid approach for diagnostics and prognostics of planetary gearboxes
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2021
)
Failure analysis of ultra-high molecular weight polyethyelene acetabular cups
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2005
)
High pressure feedwater heaters replacement optimisation
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2016
)
Development of an improved design correlation for local heat transfer coefficients at the inlet regions of annular flow passages
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2017
)
The influence of multi-walled carbon nanotubes on single-phase heat transfer and pressure drop characteristics in the transitional flow regime of smooth tubes
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2012
)
The influence of a multiple tube-inlet condition on heat transfer in the transitional flow regime
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2017
)
Modelling of non-linear aeroelastic systems using a strongly coupled fluid-structure-interaction methodology
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2011
)
Investigation into the efficiency and effectiveness of Risk Based Inspection (RBI)
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2019
)
CFD Modelling and Mathematical Optimisation of a Continuous Caster Submerged Entry Nozzle
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2007-02-01
)
Geometric optimization for the maximum heat transfer density rate from cylinders rotating in natural convection
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2012-10-01
)
Vibration effects on Natural convection in a porous layer heated from below with application to solidification of binary alloys
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2014
)
Experimental theoretical and numerical investigation of natural convection heat transfer from heated micro-spheres in a slender cylindrical geometry
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2016
)
Comparison of Sampling Methods for Kriging Models
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2014
)
The application of Eulerian laser Doppler vibrometry to the on-line condition monitoring of axial-flow turbomachinery blades
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2010-09-13
)
Development of numerical techniques for evaluation of point-focus solar cavity receiver performance
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2018
)
Struktuurintegriteit van bakkie-kappies tydens omrolongelukke (Afrikaans)
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2006-12-20
)
Investigation into a system that can detect improper combustion in a diesel engine before significant damage can occur
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2009-12-09
)
Performance enhancement in proton exchange membrane cell - numerical modeling and optimisation
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2012
)
In-belt vibration monitoring of conveyor idlers and using wavelet package decomposition and artificial intelligence for early fault detection
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2018
)
Numerical modeling of heat transfer and thermal stresses in gas turbine guide vanes
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2006-06-03
)
Surface temperature uniformity for single-phase developing laminar flow through horizontal tubes submerged in boiling water
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2022
)
Experimental Investigation of Factors that Influence Bevameter Terrain Characterisation
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2022
)
Vibration covariate regression analysis of failure time data with the proportional hazards model
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2006-12-02
)
Air-cooled window for a recuperated solar-dish Brayton cycle using a turbocharger and short-term thermal storage
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2022
)
Contraction heat transfer coefficient correlation for rectangular pin fin heat sinks
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2011-07-14
)
Optimal structural design for a planar parallel platform for machining
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2006-12-01
)
Investigation into thermal-fluid properties of hybrid ferrofluids as heat transfer fluids
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2019
)
An experimental and numerical study of heat transfer augmentation near the entrance to a film cooling hole
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2008-09-19
)
Structural Dynamic Response Reconstruction in the Time Domain
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
1993
)
Feasibility of vibration-based damage detection for pinned turbine blades
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2018
)
The development of a design protocol for production of high speed coining dies
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2006-07-12
)
Structural integrity monitoring using vibration measurements
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2006-07-12
)
Oorgangsgedrag van 'n voertuigbladveer
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2010-07-21
)
Extracting blade condition information from the pressure field around a turbine blade
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2019
)
Fatigue equivalent static load: Methodology for the design of vehicle structures
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2003
)
Modelling and characterization of a modified 3-DoF pneumatic Gough-Stewart platform
Unknown author
(
University of Pretoria
,
2016
)
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