Modelling Study on Renewable Wave Energy Devices

The research will focus on investigations of renewable energy devices employing advanced numerical techniques like the lattice Boltzmann method. Harnessing renewable energy from the natural resources such as wind, tide and wave is sustainable and environmentally friendly. It becomes more and more important now when the world is facing shortage of energy such that more commercial development is being or has been investigated or launched, demonstrating its potential for environmental benefits and energy generation. As the energy is produced from the complex multiphase flows through the device, better understanding of the flow characteristics in the devices is the key to success for maximising the energy extraction. In this project, the lattice Boltzmann method or other appropriate numerical method for modelling multiphase flows will be developed to investigate different wave energy devices for improving and optimising the device performance. The research outcome will enhance device design and energy extraction, stimulating more utilisation of green energy and leading to better protection of the living environment.

A suitable applicant should have a good master degree or at least 2:1 first degree in engineering with solid knowledge in fluid mechanics. Experiences in multiphase flows and computational fluid dynamics (CFD) will be a plus. To apply for this, please e-mail your cover letter and a full CV including publications to Dr Zhou ([Email Address Removed]). The position remains open until it is filled.