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A robust machine learning framework for diabetes prediction (2021)
Presentation / Conference Contribution

Diabetes mellitus is a metabolic disorder characterized by hyperglycemia which results from the inadequacy of the body to secret and responds to insulin. If not properly managed or diagnosed on time, diabetes can pose a risk to vital body organs such... Read More about A robust machine learning framework for diabetes prediction.

Evaluation of LiDAR Inertial Odometry method with 3D LiDAR-based sensor pack (2021)
Presentation / Conference Contribution

As the 4th industrial revolution emerges at the forefront of South Africa's national strategy, research areas like mapping and localization find importance in more fields than just robotics. The mining industry is well-positioned to be a potential be... Read More about Evaluation of LiDAR Inertial Odometry method with 3D LiDAR-based sensor pack.

WhiskEye: A biomimetic model of multisensory spatial memory based on sensory reconstruction (2021)
Presentation / Conference Contribution

We present WhiskEye, a visual tactile robot supporting a neurorobotic investigation of spatial memory as a multisensory reconstructive process. This article outlines the motivation for building WhiskEye; the technical details of the physical robot, a... Read More about WhiskEye: A biomimetic model of multisensory spatial memory based on sensory reconstruction.

Environmental analysis and optimisation of an in-orbit shape memory alloy deployment mechanism (2021)
Presentation / Conference Contribution

This study presents the analysis and optimisation of a novel deployment mechanism that utilises the shape memory effect inherent in Nickel-Titanium alloys, namely Nitinol. The mechanism is currently designed to secure and deploy solar panels on board... Read More about Environmental analysis and optimisation of an in-orbit shape memory alloy deployment mechanism.

The Design of a 3U CubeSat to Monitor the Great Pacific Garbage Patch following a Systems Engineering Approach (2021)
Presentation / Conference Contribution

This paper proposes a novel application of a CubeSat to help tackle one of the most alarming calamities in the present time, the Great Pacific Garbage Patch (GPGP). One of six similar accumulations of garbage across the world’s oceans, the GPGP is wi... Read More about The Design of a 3U CubeSat to Monitor the Great Pacific Garbage Patch following a Systems Engineering Approach.

Topology morphing lattice structures (2021)
Presentation / Conference Contribution

Planar cellular lattice structures subject to axial compression may undergo elastic bending or buckling of the unit cells. If sufficient compression is applied, the columns of adjacent cells make contact. This changes the topology of the lattice by e... Read More about Topology morphing lattice structures.

Inform involve empower - Experiences of citizen engagement from ClairCity and WeCount (2021)
Presentation / Conference Contribution

The session titled “Citizen science - tools to achieve a real impact on policy-making” was held on the 12th of October 2021. The panel was attended by more than 60 people and successfully showcased how different approaches in response to the same ch... Read More about Inform involve empower - Experiences of citizen engagement from ClairCity and WeCount.

Smart municipal governance system using confluence of technologies in a developing country scenario (2021)
Presentation / Conference Contribution

Smart Municipal governance system focuses on the development of urban sustainability, infrastructure, economic improvement and providing better service for their citizens. This paper details the ongoing research on developing a model that brings toge... Read More about Smart municipal governance system using confluence of technologies in a developing country scenario.

Lycra sleeves with embedded-Accelerometers to test wear compliance and upper limb activity in people with stroke: A feasibility study  (2021)
Presentation / Conference Contribution

Background: To establish a possible effect of Lycra sleeves, accurate recording of wear time is critical. Aim: To test whether an accelerometer-embedded Lycra sleeve can measure wear compliance and record upper-limb (UL) movements/activity in people... Read More about Lycra sleeves with embedded-Accelerometers to test wear compliance and upper limb activity in people with stroke: A feasibility study .

Voltage and frequency stability enhancement of islanded network (2021)
Presentation / Conference Contribution

Nowadays, for economic and environmental reasons, power systems usually work close to the limits of stability to make the most of existing networks. However, in such systems, sudden faults can cause severe instability between all equipment of the sys... Read More about Voltage and frequency stability enhancement of islanded network.