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A firefly algorithm based hybrid method for structural topology optimization
Abstract In this paper, a firefly algorithm based hybrid algorithm through retaining global convergence of firefly algorithm and ability to …
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A multimode approach to geometrically non-linear forced vibration of beams carrying point masses
The present work deals with the geometrically non-linear forced vibrations of beams carrying a concentric mass under different end conditions. …
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COMBINING GREEN BUILDING AND LEAN CONSTRUCTION TO ACHIEVE MORE SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT IN SOUTH AFRICA
This paper explores the synergies that exist between lean construction and green building across all the development phases in a …
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Motion around triangular points in the restricted three-body problem with radiating heterogeneous primaries surrounded by a belt
The present paper studies the locations and linear stability of the triangular equilibrium points when both primaries are radiating and …
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High Level Controller-Based Energy Management for a Smart Building Integrated Microgrid With Electric Vehicle
This paper presents an effective approach for the modelling and optimization of a smart building integrated microgrid (BIM). The main …
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General decay and blow-up of solutions for a nonlinear wave equation with memory and fractional boundary damping terms
Abstract The paper studies the global existence and general decay of solutions using Lyapunov functional for a nonlinear wave equation, …
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PRODUCTION SCHEDULING HEURISTICS FOR FREQUENT LOAD-SHEDDING SCENARIOS: A KNOWLEDGE ENGINEERING APPROACH
Most industrial machinery and equipment used by the South African manufacturing sector is powered by either a direct current or …
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Effect of heavy metals (Ni, Cu, Pb) doped ZnO on the nonlinear optical properties
Abstract In this paper, the non-linear optical properties of undoped and doped ZnO thin films were investigated. The films were …
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Optimizing productivity in oil rims: simulation studies on horizontal well placement under simultaneous oil and gas production
Abstract Thin oil rim reservoirs are predominantly those with pay thickness of less than 100 ft. Oil production challenges arise …
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The hydrocarbon prospectivity of the Mesoproterozoic–Paleozoic intracratonic Voltaian Basin, West African Craton, Ghana
Abstract Neoproterozoic sedimentary basins are increasingly gaining hydrocarbon exploration attention globally following results of significant discoveries in these basins as …
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Offshore wind energy – South Africa’s untapped resource
In the context of the Anthropocene, the decoupling of carbon emissions from electricity generation is critical. South Africa has an …
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Application of Sawdust Ash as Filler Material in Asphaltic Concrete Production
Abstract An increase production of wastes from different companies and agricultural areas creates severe surrounding trouble in terms of management …
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AN INTEGRATIVE REVIEW OF THE POTENTIAL BARRIERS TO AND DRIVERS OF ADOPTING AND IMPLEMENTING SUSTAINABLE CONSTRUCTION IN SOUTH AFRICA
While sustainable construction has gained increasing international attention, a limited number of studies address the issue of sustainable construction in …
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Application of gene expression programming, artificial neural network and multilinear regression in predicting hydrochar physicochemical properties
Abstract Globally, the provision of energy is becoming an absolute necessity. Biomass resources are abundant and have been described as …
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Mathematical Modeling and Optimization Studies by Artificial Neural Network, Genetic Algorithm and Response Surface Methodology: A Case of Ferric Sulfate–Catalyzed Esterification of Neem (Azadirachta indica) Seed Oil
High free fatty acids (FFA) content in oils poses challenges such as soap formation and difficulty in the separation of …
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Recent advances in anthocyanin dyes extracted from plants for dye sensitized solar cell
Abstract Dye-sensitized solar cells (DSSCs) are under extensive research works due to their appealing features such as low production costs. …
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Physicochemical Properties of Shea Butter Synthesized Biodiesel
Abstract Base – catalyzed transesterification of Shea (Vitellaria paradoxa) seed fat was carried out at a methanol/oil ratio of 5:1 …
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PRODUCTION OF BIODIESEL FROM MIXED CASTOR SEED AND MICROALGAL OILS: CHARACTERIZATION AND OPTIMIZATION STUDIES
Abstract In order to lower the high prices of individual feedstock, extend the life of a more limited feedstock and …
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Performance Evaluation and Enhancement of M-Ary DPPM Modulation for WDM-PON/FSO Systems Impaired by Atmospheric Turbulence, Interchannel Crosstalk, and ASE Noise
Abstract This paper analyzes and enhances the performance of moment generating function techniques, notably the Chernoff bound (CB) and modified …
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Study on the derived based catalysts from Theobroma cacao pod husks for the conversion of beef tallow blend with waste used vegetable oil for fatty acid ethyl ester synthesis: burnt, submerged fermented, calcination, hybrid design, catalyst refining and reusability
Abstract Billions of dollars paid by industries on catalysts used as feedstocks to obtain their end products are increasing at …