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About the conference

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Statement of Peer review

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Design and Additive Manufacturing of Titanium and Platinum Group Metal Parts seminar

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Characterisation of a 90° inflow radial turbine additively manufactured from Ti-6AL-4V 01001

Max E. Cogho and Gysbert G. Jacobs

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440601001

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Design and additive manufacturing of Ti-6Al-4V test-piece for use in aeronautical turboshaft engine heat exchanger 01002

Paul. Bester, F. C. Aggenbacht and Imdaadulah Adam

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440601002

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Development and characterisation of Ti-6Al-4V additively manufactured compact counter-flow heat exchangers 01003

Schübel Venter and Gys Jacobs

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440601003

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Additive manufacturing of titanium porous transport layers for enhanced performance in proton exchange membrane water electrolysis 01004

Gerrit Ter Haar and Craig McGregor

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440601004

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The development of platinum alloys for jewellery applications by considering both the conventional and the advanced manufacturing techniques-review paper 01005

Kedibone Lekganyane, Malika Khodja-Moller, Donald Mkhonto, Roelof Mostert and Maje Phasha

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440601005

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Computational & Data-driven Modelling seminar

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A comparative analysis between isotropic and optimization binary diagram influenced by nickel-doping on the LiMn₂O₄ spinel type 02001

Kemeridge Malatji, Regina Maphanga and Phuti Ngoepe

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440602001

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Investigating the effect of titanium substitution on the stability and performance of lithium-rich Li_1.2Mn_0.8O₂ cathode material 02002

Moloko Emmanuel Kgoedi, Raesibe Sylvia Ledwaba, Malang Cliffton Masedi, Noko Ngoepe and Phuti Ngoepe

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440602002

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Structural, thermodynamic, magnetic, electronic, and mechanical properties of the hexagonal Mn₃Ir: An ab initio study 02003

Sikho Maxhayi, Ndanduleni Lethole, Ramogohlo Diale and Maje Phasha

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440602003

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Electronic and equilibrium properties of molybdenum disulphide: Density Functional Theory study 02004

Magopa Kekana, Mokete Mahladisa, Malili Matshaba, Lucky Sikhwivhilu, Bulelwa Ntsendwana and Thuto Mosuang

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440602004

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Computational study of water adsorption on the TiNi (110) surface 02005

Vukosi Chauke, David Tshwane, Phuti Ngoepe and Hasani Chauke

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440602005

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Theoretical study on corrosion behaviour of titanium metal alloyed with precious metals 02006

Zanele Helen Phasha, Mamookho Elizabeth Makhatha, Donald Mkhonto and Maje Phasha

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440602006

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First-principle study of Ti₅₀Ni_50-xNb_x shape memory alloys for biomedical applications 02007

Thabiso Mathews, Mandy Madigoe, Rosinah Modiba and Enoch Sithole

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440602007

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Investigating the magnetic and mechanical properties of NdCeFe₁₄B permanent magnets: Ab initio study 02008

Mphamela Baloyi, Ramogohlo Diale, Phuti Ngoepe and Hasani Chauke

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440602008

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Ground-state structures and properties of L1₀ Mn_1-XAlPt_X and MnAl_1-XPt_X alloys: A cluster expansion approach 02009

Thabang Mokwena, Ramogohlo Diale, Phuti Ngoepe and Hasani Chauke

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440602009

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Fatigue life prediction of cylindrical roller bearings subjected to different operating conditions 02010

Themba Mashiyane, Lagouge Tartibu, Dawood Desai and Smith Salifu

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440602010

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Effect of V and Ni addition on the Ti-Pt shape memory alloys for high temperature applications 02011

Rosinah. Modiba

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440602011

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Material Development

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Assessing the nanomechanical, wear and thermal stability of Ti-Al-Si-V alloys produced via laser engineered net shaping (LENS) in-situ alloying 03001

Sadiq Abiola Raji, Abimbola Patricia Idowu Popoola, Sisa Leslie Pityana and Monnamme Tlotleng

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440603001

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Influence of cooling medium on the microstructure and hardness of metastable Ti-15Mo-8Fe alloy 03002

Nthabiseng Moshokoa, Elizabeth Makhatha, Lerato Raganya, Nkutwane Washington Makoana, Hasani Chauke, Ramogohlo Diale and Maje Phasha

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440603002

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Using the Cluster-Plus-Glue-Atom model to design the composition of low Young’s modulus β-Ti alloys for orthopaedic applications 03003

Noluntu Muchavi, Lerato Raganya and Elizabeth Makhatha

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440603003

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Nanomechanical, tribological and electrochemical characterization of Co-Cr-Mo ternary alloys fabricated via spark plasma sintering 03004

John Olorunfemi Abe, Martha Phasani, Patricia Abimbola Popoola, Modupeola Dada and Olawale Muhammed Popoola

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440603004

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Investigation of the microstructural, mechanical and electrochemical properties of AlCuFeNiTi high entropy alloys produced via arc melting for energy storage applications 03005

Modupeola Dada, Patricia Popoola, Abidemi Adeyoye and Lindokuhle Ntanzi

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440603005

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Design of novel titanium-copper alloys for dental implant applications 03006

Muzi Mavundla and Lesley Cornish

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440603006

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Plasma spheroidisation of Inconel 718 03007

Milton M. Makhofane, Hertzog Bissett, Andrei V. Kolesnikov, Kasturie Premlall and Ryno van der Merwe

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440603007

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Computational high entropy alloy design 03008

Khombisile Simelane and Thorsten Hermann Becker

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440603008

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Characterization of the solution heat-treated binary β-type Ti-Mo alloy for bio-implant applications 03009

Mukhethwa Netshia, Maje Phasha, Bongani Ngobe and Peter Olubambi

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440603009

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Effect of copper additions to Hercules^TM and Type 316 stainless steel 03010

Melanie Smit, Lesley Cornish, Kiyaasha Dyal Ukabhai and Donald Mkhonto

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440603010

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Spark plasma sintered Co-Cr-Nb ternary alloys for biomedical application 03011

John Olorunfemi Abe, Martha Phasani, Patricia Abimbola Popoola, Modupeola Dada and Olawale Muhammed Popoola

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440603011

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Effect of heat treatment on hardness of modified spring steel material 03012

Mbavhalelo Maumela, Donald Mkhonto, M. N. Mathabathe and Maje Phasha

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440603012

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Itaconic acid as an effective biobased platform molecule for vat photopolymerisation additive manufacturing 03013

James Dicks and Susan Masela

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440603013

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A review on enhancing near-α Ti alloys: Exploring sintering additives in conjunction with CP-Ti 03014

Samson Olaitan Jeje, Tawanda Marazani, Japheth Oirere Obiko and Mxolisi Brendon Shongwe

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440603014

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Suitability of titanium alloys as dental implant material - a review 03015

Jacob Wafula and Clint Steed

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440603015

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Effects of heat treatment on the properties of arc melted AlCuFeNiSi_0.4 and AlCuFeNiTi_0.2 high entropy alloys for engineering applications 03016

Abidemi Adeyoye, Patricia Popoola, Ntombi Mathe, Olawale Popoola, Modupeola Dada and Nhlanhla Dhliwayo

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440603016

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Effect of Mn on the structural, energetic, electronic and elastic properties of ordered L1₀ FePt Alloy 03017

Ndanduleni Lethole and Terrence Sibila

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440603017

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Microstructural characterisation and hardness of Fe-Mn alloys compared to commercial 9%Nickel alloy 03018

Lebedike Mampuru, Maje Phasha, Michael Bodunrin, Desmond Klenam and Joseph Moema

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440603018

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Robotics and Mechatronics

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Development of a low-cost winch-controlled probe to generate temperature profiles of aquatic environments 04001

Zhengqiu Wu, Theo van Niekerk and Andrew Young

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440604001

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Enhancing indoor place classification for mobile robots using RGB-D data and deep learning architectures 04002

Beatrice van Eden and Natasha Botha

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440604002

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Multi-objective design optimisation of a delta coordinate measurement machine 04003

Jakobus Murray Louw, Willis de Ronde, Stephen Marais and Thabisa Maweni

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440604003

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Coverage path planning for autonomous surveying of plant species using unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) 04004

Abraham Albertus Cilliers and Jacobus Adriaan Albertus Engelbrecht

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440604004

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Foot placement optimisation for a hexapod robot on uneven terrain using heightmaps 04005

Andries Phillipus Lotriet and Jacobus Adriaan Albertus Engelbrecht

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440604005

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Towards the development of an autonomous sailboat: Modelling and simulation of a small autonomous sailboat 04006

Ruben van Tonder, Jacobus Adriaan Albertus Engelbrecht and Jaco Versfeld

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440604006

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Lowering reinforcement learning barriers for quadruped locomotion in the task space 04007

Lauren Cooke and Callen Fisher

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440604007

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Ultrasonic activated energy-efficient autonomous camera system for activity observation 04008

Sifiso Sechemane, Anthony Barnard, Andrew Young and Theo van Niekerk

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440604008

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Autonomous oil containment system for oil spill recovery 04009

Ra-Ees Benjamin, Jacques Welgemoed, Theo van Niekerk and Andrew Young

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440604009

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Design of a low-cost optical motion capture system using a multi-camera configuration and an asynchronous extended Kalman filter 04010

Zakariya Meyer and Arnold Pretorius

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440604010

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Modelling the power consumption of a commercial unmanned aerial vehicle using machine learning 04011

Tiro Setati and Brighton Nkomo

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440604011

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Design of a remotely accessible satellite tracking system 04012

Rushil Kisoon, Khehla Gumede, J. Fernandes and Riaan Stopforth

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440604012

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A critical evaluation of Pure Pursuit, MPC and MPCC: Balancing simplicity, performance and constraints 04013

Xiangyiming Kong, Callen Fisher and Benjamin Evans

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440604013

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uArm Swift simulation and control 04014

Damien Schütz and J.H. Hepworth

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440604014

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Manufacture and testing of ARGUS: A pole climbing surveillance robot 04015

Willis de Ronde, Peter Bosscha, Stephen Marais and Arnold Pretorius

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440604015

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Material selection and optimisation of a 3D-printed indoor aerial robotics platform 04016

Willis de Ronde, Natasha Botha, Beatrice van Eden and Lerato Tshabalala

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440604016

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Design of a 3D-printed test rig for micro aerial robotics platforms 04017

Natasha Botha, Willis de Ronde and Beatrice van Eden

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440604017

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Process Development

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Powder bed fusion of pure copper using an electron beam – achieving high conductivity by real-time process monitoring and control 05001

Robert Ortmann, Jonas Hankel, Tobias Grimm, Arne Röttger and Jan T. Sehrt

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440605001

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Response surface methodology and optimisation of laser powder bed fusion process parameters for fabrication of pure nickel and Ni-TiC composites 05002

Polline Mwambe and Natasha Sacks

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440605002

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The effects of isothermal soaking time on the mechanical properties of AA3003 cladded with AA4045 alloy 05003

Joseph Moema, Charles Siyasiya, Veronica Morudu, Nomsombuluko Hadebe and Thokozani Buthelezi

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440605003

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Characterization of machine noise signals during L-PBF for online monitoring using gas-borne acoustic emission 05004

Karabo Moore, Dean Kouprianoff, Ina Yadroitsava and Igor Yadroitsev

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440605004

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Using additively manufactured compression moulds to produce polymer heart valves with variable leaflet thickness 05005

Ronald Masheane, Jacques Combrinck and Lebohang Masheane

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440605005

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Parameter development for near-fully dense LPBF-produced stainless steel 316 using a design of experiment approach 05006

Marné van Niekerk, James Dicks, C.P. Kloppers and Thorsten Hermann Becker

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440605006

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Digital intellectual property and privacy right in achieving the sustainable development goals using South Africa as a case study 05007

Oluwasegun Julius Aroba and Manduth Ramchander

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440605007

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Review of the current state-of-the-art in plasma gasification of municipal and medical waste 05008

David A. Mauchline, Andre F. van der Merwe and Jaco van der Walt

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440605008

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In-situ production of Ti6Al4V single tracks from a blend of CP-Ti and spheroidized Al-V master alloy powders 05009

Lekhetho Ramosena, Thywill Dzogbewu and Willie du Preez

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440605009

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An approach to process parameter optimisation for beta titanium alloys 05010

Sabrina Mary-Ann Rudolph, James Anthony Dicks and Thorsten Hermann Becker

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440605010

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X-ray computed tomography-based porosity segmentation in additive manufacturing: Comparison of traditional and AI approaches 05011

Tebogo Ledwaba, Christine Steenkamp, Karabo Moore, Dean Kouprianoff and Anton du Plessis

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440605011

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Computational & Data-driven Modelling

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Quantum convolutional neural networks for malaria cell classification: A comparative study with classical CNNs 06001

Kelvin Mpofu and Patience Mthunzi-Kufa

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440606001

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Effect of Pd substitution on elastic and lattice dynamic properties of B2 Ti₅₀Ru₅₀ – ab initio study 06002

Bongani Ngobe, Mahlaga Molepo, Donald Mkhonto and Maje Phasha

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440606002

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Thermodynamic stability analysis of Al_xCrMn₅MoTi high-entropy alloys for high-temperature applications: A CALPHAD-assisted approach 06003

Festus Ben, Thabang A. Phahlane, Aniekan M. Ukpong and Peter A. Olubambi

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440606003

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Ionic diffusivity of manganese-based spinel-layered composite nanoarchitectures: An analysis of morphological dependence 06004

Raesibe Ledwaba and Phuti Ngoepe

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440606004

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Evaluation and computational design of Ni₂₅Al₂₅Co₁₅Fe₁₅Ti₈Mn₇Cr₅ high entropy alloy using THERMOCALC 06005

Emmanuel Olorundaisi, Bukola J Babalola, Ufoma S. Anamu, Moipone L. Teffo, Anthony O. Ogunmefun, Peter Odetola and Peter A. Olubambi

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440606005

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Analysing phase change of LiTi₂(PO₄)₃ solid electrolyte material due to temperature variation 06006

Lisbon Maake, Beauty Shibiri, Phuti Ngoepe and Raesibe Ledwaba

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440606006

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Phase and mechanical property prediction of intermetallic-strengthening Ti-Al-Cr-Nb-Ni-Cu-Co high entropy alloys by thermo-physical parametric calculation and CALPHAD-based technique 06007

Ufoma Silas Anamu, Olusoji Oluremi Ayodele, Emmanuel Olorundaisi, Bukola Joseph Babalola, Peter Ifeolu Odetola, Anthony Ogunmefun, Kingsley Ukoba, Tien-Chien Jen and Peter Apata Olubambi

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440606007

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Investigation of hydrogen storage properties for high entropy alloys (Ti₃₀V₃₀Cr₃₀Fe₁₀ and Ti₄₀V₃₀Cr₁₀Fe₁₀Al₁₀) 06008

Jacuquline Tau, Charles Siyasiya, Rosinah Modiba, Ntombi Mathe, Nana Arthur and Sisa Pityana

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440606008

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SLM: Melt-pool prediction through transient thermal simulation 06009

Gerrit Maritz Benson, Abiodun Bayode and Ockert Cornelius Koekemoer

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440606009

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First-principles study of binary FCC Fe-Mn compositions 06010

Maje Phasha, Lebedike Mampuru, Donald Mkhonto and Joseph Moema

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440606010

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Finite element analysis of oil storage tank failure under complex loading conditions 06011

Themba Mashiyane, Lagouge Tartibu and Smith Salifu

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440606011

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The ab-initio study of the phase stability of β-TiNb alloys using the supercell and virtual crystal approximation approaches 06012

Duduzile Nkomo, Roelf Mostert and Maje Phasha

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440606012

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The effect of group VIII elements on the magnetic and vibrational properties of MnPt alloy: Ab initio study 06013

Ramogohlo Diale, Phuti Ngoepe, Joseph Moema, Hasani Chauke and Maje Phasha

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440606013

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Ab initio density functional theory of Fe₅Ni₄S₈ (022) and (400) surfaces 06014

Kgwajana Molala, Mofuti Mehlape, Phuti Ngoepe and Prince Mkhonto

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440606014

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The role of Ru doping on the electronic, mechanical and vibrational properties of Li₂MnO₃ cathode material 06015

Mamonamane Mphahlele, Mallang Masedi, Kemeridge Malatji, Phuti Ngoepe and Raesibe Ledwaba

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440606015

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Impact of pore size on the transport properties of nanoporous LiNi₂O₄ spinel 06016

Donald Hlungwani, Raesibe Sylvia Ledwaba and Phuti Ngoepe

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440606016

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Mechanical and electronic properties investigation of Ti₈Pt₇Cu for high temperature applications: A first-principle approach 06017

Mordecai Mashamaite, Phuti Ngoepe and Hasani Chauke

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440606017

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Mechanical and thermal properties of monazite LaPO₄ under pressure 06018

Lebogang Motsomone, Ramogohlo Diale, Phuti Ngoepe, Hertzog Bissett and Hasani Chauke

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440606018

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Influence of temperature on the stability of titanium nanocluster in TiCl₃ medium 06019

Andile Mazibuko, Phuti Ngoepe and Hasani Chauke

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440606019

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A first-principles approach to determine surface stability of Pt and Ir doped on β2 FeAl (011) plane 06020

Christine Mkhonto, Ndanduleni Lethole, Phuti Ngoepe and Hasani Chauke

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440606020

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Fabrication of bulk metallic glass lattice structures using laser powder bed fusion 07001

Jan Wegner, Lars Bruckhaus, Hanna Schoenrath and Stefan Kleszczynski

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440607001

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Thermal aging of additively manufactured maraging steel 07002

Micaela Davids, Charmaine Johnston and Lerato Tshabalala

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440607002

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Impact of processing parameters on mechanical properties of additively manufactured Ti-based BMGs 07003

Hanna Schönrath, Jan Wegner, Martin A. Schroer, Maximilian Frey, Lars Bruckhaus, Ralf Busch and Stefan Kleszczynski

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440607003

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Effect of niobium variation on the properties of directed energy deposited CrCoNiCuNbx coatings 07004

Ayo Alabi, Abimbola Popoola, Olawale Popoola and Ntombi Mathe

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440607004

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Towards the design qualification of removable partial dentures produced through laser powder bed fusion of cobalt-chrome – a case study 07005

Imdaadulah Adam, Jacques Combrinck and Willie du Preez

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440607005

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Mechanical and microstructural properties of nitinol fabricated on a preheated Ti6Al4V base plate using laser direct metal deposition (LDMD) process 07006

Samuel Skhosane, Nthabiseng Maledi and Sisa Pityana

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440607006

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Laser surface alloying of a novel Nb_11.2Cr_22.2 Co_22.2Ni_22.2Cu_22.2/TiN/VC composite coating: A preliminary parametric study 07007

Ayo Alabi, Abimbola Popoola, Olawale Popoola and Ntombi Mathe

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440607007

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Experimental and computational surface roughness analysis of aluminium silicon 12 (AlSi12) produced by powder bed fusion for transport applications 07008

Alliance Gracia Bibili Nzengue, Khumbulani Mpofu, Ntombizodwa Ruth Mathe and Rumbidzai Muvunzi

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440607008

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Laser powder bed fusion of Ti-6Ta-1.5Zr-0.2Ru-5Cu (mass%) – process parameter evaluation using single tracks analysis 07009

Ngwakoana Phala, Claudia Polese, Jakub Ciftci, Tomasz Choma and Lesley Cornish

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440607009

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Microstructure and microhardness behaviour of L-PBF produced AISI 420 stainless steel 07010

Motheo Sepako, Thuli Mkhaliphi and Deborah Blaine

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440607010

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Impact of fused deposition modelling printing parameters on part mass and strength 07011

Matthew Swanepoel, Ingrid Retha Botha and Glen Bright

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440607011

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Oxidation behaviour of Ti6Al4V and titanium based-matrix composites (TiC/Ti6Al4V and TiB/Ti6Al4V) 07012

Hosia Kgomo, Bathusile Masina, Ipfi Mathoho, Paul Lekoadi, Thabo Pesha and Vusimusi Mulaudzi

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440607012

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Effect of selected laser-powder bed fusion parameters on the as-built properties of Inconel 718 07013

Carla Steyn, Deborah Blaine and Melody Neaves

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440607013

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Masked stereolithography as an accessible additive manufacturing technology to fabricate soft polymeric flow phantoms 07014

Bokang Ngatane, James Anthony Dicks, Wei Hua Ho and Malebogo Ngoepe

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440607014

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Effect of processing parameters on microstructure of additively manufactured α+β titanium alloys 07015

Nonkosi Elizabeth Maqina, Arno Janse van Vuuren and Thorsten Hermann Becker

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440607015

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Microstructure investigation of laser additively manufactured Si/SiC ceramic 07016

Bathusile Masina and Paul Lekoadi

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440607016

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Geometric and hardness characterization of additively manufactured copper using bound powder extrusion with thermal sintering 07017

Roy Urwin and Bradley D. Bock

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440607017

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Product Design and Development

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Analysis of the influence of belly thickness and free edge curves on the hemodynamic performance of a polymer heart valve 08001

Lebohang Masheane, Willie du Preez and Jacques Combrinck

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440608001

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Wear characterisation of additively manufactured Ti6Al4V for patient-specific joint implant applications 08002

Labau Cremer, Raelene Cowie, Johan van der Merwe, Louise Jennings and Thorsten Becker

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440608002

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Wearable productivity measurement IoT system development 08003

Reevan Heppell and André van der Merwe

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440608003

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3D printed microfluidic chip design for diagnostic studies 08004

Masindi Sekhwama, Kelvin Mpofu, Phumulani Mcoyi, Sudesh Sivarasu and Patience Mthunzi-Kufa

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440608004

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Overcoming the challenges of developing CubeSat flight software with limited access to satellite hardware 08005

Dirk Slabber, Callen Fisher and Willem Jordaan

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440608005

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An optical gas imaging technique based on strobed illumination 08006

Mathews Chirindo, Ettienne Cox and Kahesh Duness

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440608006

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Effect of contour process parameters on the surface roughness of laser powder bed fusion manufactured 304 stainless steel 09001

Tafadzwa Mashayamombe, Xola Madyibi and Stephen Matope

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440609001

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Microstructural evolution of heat-treated 316L stainless steel using various etchants 09002

Molebogeng Moumakwe, Nana K.K Arthur, Abimbola P.I Poopola and Sadiq A. Raji

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440609002

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Dry electropolishing of Ti6Al4V samples produced by laser powder bed fusion for bone 09003

Moses Mhlanga, Lebohang R. Masheane, Ina Yadroitsava and Igor Yadroitsev

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440609003

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Pattern Recognition

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Lightweight YOLO for distracted driver detection on edge devices 10001

Frank Zandamela, Dumisani Kunene, Vusi Skosana and Gene Stoltz

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440610001

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Evaluation of nanoparticle fabrication for improved localized surface plasmon resonance response 10002

Michael Mcoyi, Kelvin Mpofu, Masixole Lugongolo, Carolyn Williamson, Saturnin Ombinda-Lemboumba and Patience Mthunzi-Kufa

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440610002

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Robotic waste sorting using deep learning 10003

Yurisha Goorun, Stephen Marais and Fred Nicolls

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440610003

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Assessment of the financial feasibility of the rapid sand casting process using the discounted payback period 11001

Anazo Msani and Didier Nyembwe

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440611001

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The introduction of modern techniques in 3D printing of sand cores and moulds – a review 11002

Samson Oguntuyi, Kasongo Nyembwe, Mxolisi Shongwe, Jonathan Kabasele and Tajudeen Mojisola

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440611002

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Comparison of recycling processes of the used sand produced during the binder-jetting process 11003

Makwena Annikie Matjila and Kasongo Didier Nyembwe

Published online: 09 December 2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/202440611003

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