Defence, peace, safety and security

Africa finds place on international computational mechanics map It is now possible to create exact mathematical representations of virtually any physical system in cyberspace, be it a building, aircraft or a human heart. This, through careful combination of the latest in physics, differential calculus, numerical analysis and super computing technology.

CSIR-designed Casspir's home-coming is a blast CSIR researchers recently conducted what they termed "a historic test" when they tested the first fully instrumented landmine protection and blast improvised explosive device (IED) test on a Casspir.

New ways to use 2D radars explored The CSIR's command, control and information warfare area is finding new ways to use two-dimensional (2D) radars. Scientists have been developing techniques to estimate the vertical activity and height of an aircraft, based on the measurements from single 2D radar.

More exposure for South Africa on global physics agenda According to CSIR physicist, Igle Gledhill, the CSIR is becoming a force to be reckoned with on the international physics arena. Researchers here have taken full advantage of international platforms where they push South Africa and Africa's agenda on physics and applied mathematics.