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Modelling and Simulation of Closed Cycle Gas Turbine for Power Generation using Solar and/or Nuclear Heat Sources
University of Sheffield Department of Chemical & Biological Engineering
To meet the ever increasing energy demand worldwide, closed cycle gas turbine power plants have the potential to complement the conventional coal-fired power plants and the open cycle gas turbine power plants. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof M Wang
 Year round applications PhD Research Project

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Self-Funded PhD Students Only

This project does not have funding attached. You will need to have your own means of paying fees and living costs and / or seek separate funding from student finance, charities or trusts.

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An investigation into transonic flows over high pressure gas turbine blade tip
Kingston University Faculty of Science, Engineering and Computing
Propulsion, in particular the gas turbine engines are a significantly important theme in the aerospace industry, any enhancement in the performance of these engines will have a great impact on the economics of the aviation sector [Stephens et al, 2007]. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr Z Saleh, Prof J Wang
 Year round applications PhD Research Project

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PhD Research Projects are advertised opportunities to examine a pre-defined topic or answer a stated research question. Some projects may also provide scope for you to propose your own ideas and approaches.

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This project does not have funding attached. You will need to have your own means of paying fees and living costs and / or seek separate funding from student finance, charities or trusts.

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Combined Cycle Gas Turbine – CCS; experiment and modelling
University of Sheffield Department of Mechanical Engineering
This project will combine an experimental and modelling study of a combined cycle gas turbine with CCS. A Turbec T100 gas turbine will be modified to allow the investigation of the effect of exhaust gas recycle and or steam injection on its performance, with measurement of power output and exhaust gas emissions. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof M Pourkashanian, Prof L Ma, Prof K Hughes
 Year round applications PhD Research Project

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PhD Research Projects are advertised opportunities to examine a pre-defined topic or answer a stated research question. Some projects may also provide scope for you to propose your own ideas and approaches.

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Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Modelling Creep-Fatigue Damage and Life Prediction for Gas Turbine Rotors
University of Nottingham EPSRC CDT in Resilient Decarbonised Fuel Energy Systems
The current market conditions are such that combined cycle gas turbine (CCGT) plants are now considering double two-shift operation, so potentially accruing upwards of 600 starts per year. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof W Sun
 Year round applications PhD Research Project

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PhD Research Projects are advertised opportunities to examine a pre-defined topic or answer a stated research question. Some projects may also provide scope for you to propose your own ideas and approaches.

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Funded PhD Project (European/UK Students Only)

Funded PhD Project (European/UK Students Only)

This project has funding attached for UK and EU students, though the amount may depend on your nationality. Non-EU students may still be able to apply for the project provided they can find separate funding. You should check the project and department details for more information.

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Techno-economic investigation of a Syngas – Combined Cycle Gas Turbine – Amine Capture Plant
University of Sheffield Department of Mechanical Engineering
This project will comprise a process modelling study of syngas production in conjunction with a combined cycle gas turbine with CCS using an amine capture plant. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof M Pourkashanian, Prof L Ma, Prof K Hughes
 Year round applications PhD Research Project

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Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Modelling gas turbine based power generation system incorporating CCS technology
University of Sheffield Department of Mechanical Engineering
Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) is an emerging near-zero emission technology that can applied to next generation gas turbine based power stations, new and retrofit, leading to a substantial reduction in carbon emission to the atmosphere. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof M Pourkashanian, Prof L Ma, Prof K Hughes
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This project does not have funding attached. You will need to have your own means of paying fees and living costs and / or seek separate funding from student finance, charities or trusts.

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In-situ mechanical testing of high temperature materials for gas turbine engines
Coventry University Institute for Future Transport and Cities
Coventry University (CU) is inviting applications from suitably qualified graduates for a fully funded PhD studentship. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr M Bai
 11 January 2021 PhD Research Project

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Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

This project has funding attached, subject to eligibility criteria. Applications for the project are welcome from all suitably qualified candidates, but its funding may be restricted to a limited set of nationalities. You should check the project and department details for more information.

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Next generation CCS technology for combined cycle gas turbine system
University of Sheffield Department of Mechanical Engineering
Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) from CCGT (combine cycle gas turbine) systems is an emerging near-zero emission technology that can applied to new and retrofit CCGT power plants, leading to a substantial reduction in carbon emission to the atmosphere in power generation industry. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof M Pourkashanian, Prof L Ma, Prof K Hughes
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Self-Funded PhD Students Only

This project does not have funding attached. You will need to have your own means of paying fees and living costs and / or seek separate funding from student finance, charities or trusts.

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Physics-based and Data-driven Modelling of Pollutant Emissions from Engines
University of Edinburgh School of Engineering
In the development of next-generation aero or diesel engines, one of the main concerns is the reduction of particulate emissions. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr W Han
 1 January 2021 PhD Research Project

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Funded PhD Project (European/UK Students Only)

Funded PhD Project (European/UK Students Only)

This project has funding attached for UK and EU students, though the amount may depend on your nationality. Non-EU students may still be able to apply for the project provided they can find separate funding. You should check the project and department details for more information.

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Novel gas turbine configurations for carbon capture
University of Sheffield Department of Mechanical Engineering
Natural gas will play a significant role in the future energy mix. Natural gas combined cycle (NGCC) power plants produce around half the emissions of advanced coal-fired power plants. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof M Pourkashanian, Prof L Ma, Prof K Hughes
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Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Carbon capture from gas turbines
University of Sheffield Department of Mechanical Engineering
Natural gas is seen as cleaner than other fossil fuels and will continue to have an essential role in the energy mix of the future, particularly in the UK. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof M Pourkashanian, Prof L Ma, Prof K Hughes
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Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Performance Assessment and Flexibility Study of Natural Gas-Fired Power Plants Integrated with Intensified Solvent Based Carbon Capture
University of Sheffield Department of Chemical & Biological Engineering
Natural gas-fired (mainly combined cycle gas turbine) power plants are becoming increasingly popular due to its cleaner nature. Solvent based carbon capture is the most matured technology for commercial deployment in natural gas-fired power plants. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof M Wang
 Year round applications PhD Research Project

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PhD Research Projects are advertised opportunities to examine a pre-defined topic or answer a stated research question. Some projects may also provide scope for you to propose your own ideas and approaches.

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Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Integration of membranes at PACT for industrial testing with real/synthetic flue gases
University of Sheffield Department of Mechanical Engineering
A pre-pilot-scale membrane module prototype will be installed for industrial testing at the UKCCSRC PACT) Facilities, integrated with a gas turbine and a solid fuel reactor for coal/biomass to test number of fuels and operating conditions. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof M Pourkashanian, Prof L Ma, Prof K Hughes, Dr K Finney
 Year round applications PhD Research Project

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Self-Funded PhD Students Only

Self-Funded PhD Students Only

This project does not have funding attached. You will need to have your own means of paying fees and living costs and / or seek separate funding from student finance, charities or trusts.

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Modelling of Plasticity-Microstructure Interaction at a Short Crack Tip
Loughborough University Wolfson School of Mechanical, Electrical and Manufacturing Engineering
Nickel-based superalloys are particularly used in applications involving high temperatures and stresses, such as the critical gas-turbine blades and discs in aerospace and power-generation industries. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr L Zhao, Dr A Roy
 1 May 2021 PhD Research Project

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PhD Research Projects are advertised opportunities to examine a pre-defined topic or answer a stated research question. Some projects may also provide scope for you to propose your own ideas and approaches.

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Self-Funded PhD Students Only

Self-Funded PhD Students Only

This project does not have funding attached. You will need to have your own means of paying fees and living costs and / or seek separate funding from student finance, charities or trusts.

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Experimental Thermofluids in Aerospace – HEU Funded Studentship - (ENG 1411)
University of Nottingham Faculty of Engineering
Applications are invited for a PhD studentship to conduct exciting new experimental research on single and two-phase flows relating to rotating machines thermal management. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr D Hann
 Year round applications PhD Research Project

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Competition Funded PhD Project (European/UK Students Only)

Competition Funded PhD Project (European/UK Students Only)

This project is in competition for funding with other projects. Usually the project which receives the best applicant will be successful. Unsuccessful projects may still go ahead as self-funded opportunities.

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