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Modelling stain rate sensitive nanomaterials' mechanical properties: the effects of varying definitions

Sob, Peter Baonhe (2016-06)

Presently there exist a lot of controversies about the mechanical properties of nanomaterials. Several convincing reasons and justifications have been put forward for the controversies. Some of the reasons are varying ...
Mechanical shock values applied in condition monitoring of bearings operating under variable speed and load conditions

Olivier, Allan Andre (2014-08)

Monitoring the condition of equipment in industry is very important to prevent unplanned breakdowns and to prolong their life. This is necessary, since it is not always economically viable to stop equipment at regular ...
Dynamic modelling of a bolted disc rotor assembly

Blignaut, Gert (2008)

A project investigating the behaviour of an assembled preloaded rotor was performed for an M-Tech qualification in the Mechanical Engineering Department. Pre-Stressing of mechanical structures is widely applied to improve ...
Advanced modelling of porous screens in aerodynamic diffusers using variable resistance factors

Janse van Rensburg, Jacobus Johannes (2014-12)

Strict emission legislation has forced industry in general to seriously consider the negative impact it has on the environment, specifically concerning emissions from burning fossil fuel into the atmosphere. In cases ...
Vibration condition monitoring and fault classification of rolling element bearings utilising Kohonen's self-organising maps

Nkuna, Jay Shipalani Rhulani (2013-08-21)

Bearing condition monitoring and fault diagnosis have been studied for many years. Popular techniques are applied through advanced signal processing and pattern recognition technologies. The subject of the research was ...