Research is done on the development of resource efficient process chains for sustainable and smart manufacturing of products through digital, economically-sound process chains that minimise negative environmental impacts, while conserving energy, natural resources and empowering communities as well as industry.

The focus areas of Additive and Subtractive Manufacturing areused to manufacture customised products, prototypes and novel materialsfor several industries including medical, aerospace, manufacturing and mining.

For information on specific research themes and funding opportunities for prospective postgraduate students please contact the research group members.

Researchers Group Members

Dr Theuns Dirkse-van Schalkwyk Lecturer
SYSTEMS MODELLING, SIMULATION & DATA PROCESSING Blockchain, business and other processes; RPA and data analysis.
Prof Stephen Matope (PrEng) Associate Professor
MANUFACTURING & INDUSTRIAL MANAGEMENT Micromanufacturing; advanced manufacturing; robotics; production management.
Prof Natasha Sacks Professor
ADVANCED MANUFACTURING Additive and subtractive manufacturing; sustainable and smart manufacturing; materials design and development; prototyping.
Prof André van der Merwe Associate Professor
SMART DIGITAL SYSTEMS Additive manufacturing; ergonomics(human factors); commercial readiness.