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Prof P Walker
Applications accepted all year round
Funded PhD Project (European/UK Students Only)
About the Project
The BRE Centre for Innovative Construction Materials is now looking to recruit talented individuals for four fully funded PhD studentships for commencement in October 2011. Applicants should state their preference(s) from the following list of proposed research projects:
Fire and structural performance of non-metallic timber connections: Non-metallic (GFRP) mechanical connectors offer benefits over current widespread use of metallic connections in timber engineering. This project builds on existing expertise in BRE CICM to study performance under fire loading and long term permanent loads the structural performance of non-metallic timber connections. Supervisor: Prof. Richard Harris.
Value added use of secondary aggregates: Minimising waste and developing value added applications for existing waste streams are key elements to sustainable construction. This project, working in collaboration with BRE, will develop new construction products (masonry units, finishes) from secondary aggregates produced by china clay production in Cornwall. Supervisor: Prof. Pete Walker.
High performance sustainable lime based materials for the Built Environment: This materials science orientated project seeks to engineer a new generation of lime based binders for use in both conservation and new build applications. Low embodied energy and waste material additives will increase the environmental credentials whilst enhancing performance. A range of characterisation techniques including electron microscopy, x-ray diffraction and Raman spectroscopy will reveal microstructure / performance relationships. Appropriate disciplines include engineering, materials science, physics, chemistry and natural science graduates. Supervisor Dr Richard Ball.
Novel photocatylitic building surfaces
Current interest in TiO2 coatings is vibrant as many companies prepare new formulations with nano particulate anatase in surface structures. This project aims to develop and demonstrate the application of an entirely new method of evaluating construction materials using gas analysis. The methodology will support the development of sustainable and environmentally friendly coatings. Appropriate disciplines include engineering, materials science, physics, chemistry and natural science graduates. Supervisor Dr Richard Ball.
Developing non-metallic hardware in timber structures: Metal hardware (nails, screws, bolts) in timber structures makes recycling difficult at the end of their life cycle. The aim of this PhD research is to develop, through experimental testing and analytical modelling, viable sustainable alternatives. Supervisor Dr Wen Shao Chang.
We are open to proposals from applicants to follow other timber related projects.
Fire and structural performance of non-metallic timber connections: Non-metallic (GFRP) mechanical connectors offer benefits over current widespread use of metallic connections in timber engineering. This project builds on existing expertise in BRE CICM to study performance under fire loading and long term permanent loads the structural performance of non-metallic timber connections. Supervisor: Prof. Richard Harris.
Value added use of secondary aggregates: Minimising waste and developing value added applications for existing waste streams are key elements to sustainable construction. This project, working in collaboration with BRE, will develop new construction products (masonry units, finishes) from secondary aggregates produced by china clay production in Cornwall. Supervisor: Prof. Pete Walker.
High performance sustainable lime based materials for the Built Environment: This materials science orientated project seeks to engineer a new generation of lime based binders for use in both conservation and new build applications. Low embodied energy and waste material additives will increase the environmental credentials whilst enhancing performance. A range of characterisation techniques including electron microscopy, x-ray diffraction and Raman spectroscopy will reveal microstructure / performance relationships. Appropriate disciplines include engineering, materials science, physics, chemistry and natural science graduates. Supervisor Dr Richard Ball.
Novel photocatylitic building surfaces
Current interest in TiO2 coatings is vibrant as many companies prepare new formulations with nano particulate anatase in surface structures. This project aims to develop and demonstrate the application of an entirely new method of evaluating construction materials using gas analysis. The methodology will support the development of sustainable and environmentally friendly coatings. Appropriate disciplines include engineering, materials science, physics, chemistry and natural science graduates. Supervisor Dr Richard Ball.
Developing non-metallic hardware in timber structures: Metal hardware (nails, screws, bolts) in timber structures makes recycling difficult at the end of their life cycle. The aim of this PhD research is to develop, through experimental testing and analytical modelling, viable sustainable alternatives. Supervisor Dr Wen Shao Chang.
We are open to proposals from applicants to follow other timber related projects.
Funding Notes
The studentships include a three-year tax-free stipend (from £13,500 p.a.) and research expenses as well as tuition fees for home/EU students only. Non-EU applicants are not eligible for these awards.
Candidates should hold a will need to hold or expect to gain at least a 2:1 degree (or equivalent) in an appropriate discipline (with evidence of first class performance in key subject areas).
Candidates should hold a will need to hold or expect to gain at least a 2:1 degree (or equivalent) in an appropriate discipline (with evidence of first class performance in key subject areas).
References
For further information please contact: Prof. Pete Walker, Department of Architecture and Civil Engineering, University of Bath, Claverton Campus, Bath BA2 7AY; Email: p.walker@bath.ac.uk; Tel: 01225 386646.
Applications should be submitted on-line via the University on-line application pages. For further information on the application process please contact: Deborah Bailes (Email: D.M.Bailes@bath.ac.uk ; Tel: 01225 386447) or visit the university's Graduate Office web pages:
http://www.bath.ac.uk/engineering/graduateschool/researchscholarships.html
Applications should be submitted on-line via the University on-line application pages. For further information on the application process please contact: Deborah Bailes (Email: D.M.Bailes@bath.ac.uk ; Tel: 01225 386447) or visit the university's Graduate Office web pages:
http://www.bath.ac.uk/engineering/graduateschool/researchscholarships.html
