Abstract
The objective of this research was to develop a decision model enabling a comprehensive, multi-perspective assessment of artisanal sandstone mining using a solar-energy-activated microwave. The multiple perspectives used included social, technological, economical, environmental, and political dimensions. The influence of the latter was judged against the mining operations and processes as well as the responses from the QwaQwa community. Each perspective consisted of multiple factors used to make a credible decision...
D.Phil. (Engineering Management)