Future Production: Manufacturing

Localisation of copper-based bushings

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The CSIR powder metallurgy team has been performing research and development (R&D) work in the manufacture of bushings/bearings through powder metallurgy. The aim of the R&D has been to determine the supply chain of the powders required, and the optimal processing parameters that result in repeat...

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First camera to quantify electric fault conditions

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Polluted or broken insulators and faulty connections on power lines induce corona (arcing) and thermal (heat) radiation. The corona and heat build-up cause long-term degradation of the high- voltage electrical components, which leads to voltage drops, tripping and, eventually, a complete power li...

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CSIR ScienceScope Vol 17: Focus on the fourth industrial revolution

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Read the latest edition of the CSIR's magazine, ScienceScope . This edition highlights some key issues of significance as the country starts to implement its fourth industrial revolution strategy. It also features CSIR people, research and development, as well as infrastructure. Contact Person: A...

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Request for Expressions of Interest: Advanced Materials Engineering

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The Advanced Materials Engineering (AME), part of the Manufacturing division of the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research is inviting partners to submit expression of interest (EoI) for the development of “UVC sanitization device.” This technology aims to increase the local content, deve...

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South Africa unveils world-class Photonics Prototyping Facility in support of local industry

South Africa’s photonics industry is set to benefit from the state-of-the-art Photonics Prototyping Facility (PPF) that was unveiled at the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) on Friday, 5 March 2021. The facility will enhance the development of photonics-based products, specifi...

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South Africa’s photonics prototyping facility to be unveiled at the CSIR Pretoria

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Media advisory South Africa’s Photonics Prototyping Facility (PPF) which is aimed at bolstering the country’s photonics industry, will be launched at the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research’s (CSIR) Pretoria campus on Friday, 5 March 2021. The facility, funded by the Department of Scie...

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CSIR Conference talks and webinars still available

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Science and technology solutions to help SA’s economic recovery under the spotlight

The acceleration of South Africa’s energy transformation to address current economic challenges and industrialisation opportunities for the country’s economic recovery will take centre stage at the upcoming virtual Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) 7th Biennial Conference. The...

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CSIR gears up to bring relevant science and technology conversations to all in its first online conference

A South African born surgeon living in the United States of America – and one of the most successful entrepreneurs in the healthcare sector, Prof. Patrick Soon-Shiong – is amongst the top speakers at the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) 7th Biennial Conference taking place on...

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