Scientific infrastructure
The CSIR is equipped for world-class innovation. The organisation recognises that scientific infrastructure is key in scientific discovery and producing solutions for industry and society. Scientific infrastructure includes laboratories, testing facilities, scientific instruments and equipment, clean rooms and pilot plants needed for research and technological innovation.
Collaboration between the research sector, industry and government results in the shared use of the infrastructure and helps build bridges that benefit the country.
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The facility includes two wave flumes (4 m x 32 m x1 m, 12 m x 32 m x1 m) for quasi-3D modelling and two wave flumes (both 1 m x 32 m x 1 m, one glass and one concrete) for 2D modelling. The wave flumes use a single paddle wave maker (0.75 m paddle), also from HR Wallingford, and are capable of producing both regular and irregular wave shapes.
The CSIR Transport Safety Laboratory (TSL) plays a critical role in promoting the safe and efficient movement of people and goods across South Africa.