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A self-sensing active magnetic bearing based on a direct current measurement approach by Niemann, Andries C, van Schoor, George, du Rand, Carel P

“…Active magnetic bearings (AMBs) have become a key technology in various industrial applications. Self-sensing AMBs provide an integrated sensorless solution…”
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A model for facilitation in nursing education by Lekalakala-Mokgele, E, du Rand, P P

“…A key step in the development of a model for learning is to identify the needs of both the facilitators and the learners. The purpose of this study was to…”
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The need for occupational health services in Bloemfontein by du Rand, P P, Schoeman, W

“…The research was undertaken to ascertain the need for occupational health services in Bloemfontein with the possibility of planning such services in small and…”
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Needs of frail elderly people in informal settlements by du Rand, P, Engelbrecht, K

“…The frail elderly in informal settlements find themselves in an extremely vulnerable position due to a number of factors, namely, their increasing dependency…”
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Maintaining compliance at home: helping the elderly with their medications by Mokgele, E, du Rand, P P

“…The elderly population consumes more drugs for their chronic conditions compared to any age group. In this study it was indicated that the average elderly…”
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An integrated approach to sensor FDI and signal reconstruction in HTGRs – Part I: Theoretical framework by Uren, Kenneth R., van Schoor, George, du Rand, Carel P., Botha, Anrika

“…•An integrated sensor fault detection and isolation method for nuclear power plants.•Utilise techniques such as non-temporal parity space and principal…”
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An integrated approach to sensor FDI and signal reconstruction in HTGRs – Part II: Case studies by Uren, Kenneth R, van Schoor, George, du Rand, Carel P, Botha, Anrika

“…This second paper in a two part series presents the application and validation of an integrated approach for sensor fault detection and isolation (FDI) in high…”
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Fuzzy logic controller with neural network signal predictors for complex split-range control of a hybrid actuator by van Schoor, G., Breed, D.G., du Rand, C.P.

“…•An integrated fuzzy controller is proposed for complex split-range control of a multiple nonlinear actuator.•The controller effectively coordinates and…”
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Self-sensing for electromagnetic actuators. Part II: Position estimation by Ranft, E.O., van Schoor, G., Rand, C.P. du

“…► Integrated parameter estimator scheme addresses magnetic cross-coupling problems. ► Dynamic weights allow stable rotor suspension for magnetically saturated…”
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Evaluation of demodulation algorithms for robust self-sensing active magnetic bearings by van Schoor, G., Niemann, A.C., du Rand, C.P.

“…Active magnetic bearings (AMBs) play a key role in various industrial applications. In the ongoing challenge to reduce the number of external sensing devices…”
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n Videogebaseerde tutor onderrig- en ondersteuningsprogram vir eerstejaar verpleegkunde studente by Du Rand, P. P., Bitzer, E. M.

“…A video-based method of instruction was introduced to develop students academically as well as to implement parallel medium instruction. An action research…”
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Self-sensing for electromagnetic actuators. Part I: A coupled reluctance network model approach by Ranft, E.O., van Schoor, G., du Rand, C.P.

“…► Integrated RNM is developed which addresses the magnetic cross-coupling problem. ► Complex permeability of the magnetic material is determined…”
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Evaluering van die kwaliteit van verpleegsorg in enkele tehuise vir bejaardes in die Oranje-Vrystaat by Du Rand, PP

“…‘n Ondersoek is onderneem om die kwaliteit van verpleegsorg in enkele tehuise van bejaardes in die Oranje- Vrystaat te evalueer. Tien tehuise is besoek en 45…”
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Houding, kennis en geluk van verpleegpersoneel wat in tehuise van bejaardes werksaam is by Du Rand, P. P., Vermaak, M. V.

“…According to the literature, the quality of nursing care in homes for the aged is largely determined by the attitude and knowledge of the nursing staff towards…”
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Assessment of a post-basic nursing education programme by Du Rand, P., Viljoen, M.J.

“…A post-basic nursing education programme was introduced by the School of Nursing, University of the Free State, in 1999. The main aim o f the programme is to…”
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Fault diagnosis of generation IV nuclear HTGR components – Part I: The error enthalpy–entropy graph approach by du Rand, C.P., van Schoor, G.

“…► The h– s graph can be successfully applied for fault diagnosis of HTGR components. ► Sensitivity analyses are utilized to quantify probable HTGR fault…”
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Fault diagnosis of generation IV nuclear HTGR components – Part II: The area error enthalpy–entropy graph approach by du Rand, C.P., van Schoor, G.

“…► Different uncorrelated fault signatures are derived for HTGR component faults. ► A multiple classifier ensemble increases confidence in classification…”
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Adapting to and implementing a problem-and communitybased approach to nursing education by Fichardt, AE, Viljoen, MJ, Botma, Y, Du Rand, PP

“…The process of change, implemented by the School of Nursing at the University of the Orange Free State so that a paradigm shift in approaches to nursing…”
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Enthalpy–entropy graph approach for the classification of faults in the main power system of a closed Brayton cycle HTGR by du Rand, C.P., van Schoor, G., Nieuwoudt, C.

“…An enthalpy–entropy ( h– s) graph approach for the classification of faults in a new generation type high temperature gas-cooled reactor (HTGR) is presented…”
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A development and support programme for black first year nursing students by du Rand, P P, Viljoen, M J

“…The changed student culture in the School of Nursing from a traditional white, Afrikaans-speaking to a multicultural student community, led to a variety of…”
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