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machining PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships
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Next generation hybrid-hybrid machining of critical aerospace parts
The application of laser assisted machining/processing has shown promise in reducing tool wear in the machining of difficult-to-machine aerospace materials, such as, metal matrix composites (MMCs). Read more
Intelligent machining simulation: Process Modelling and Functional Performance Prediction of Superalloys
A fully funded 4 years PhD studentship within the Department of Mechanical Engineering and Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre (EPSRC industrial CASE… Read more
Electric field assisted machining
The application of electric-field in materials processing will revolutionise future manufacturing. In comparison with conventional thermo-mechanical processing, it is rapid, consumes less energy, has a lower environmental impact and requires less capital investment. Read more
EngD in Development of In-Process Machining NDE Approach to Predict Tool Wear and Titanium Component Microstructural Damage
Research Group:
Advanced Metallic Systems Centre for Doctoral Training
This project sits within the Centre for Doctoral Training (CDT) in Advanced Metallic Systems - a distinct research centre formed by a partnership between the Universities of Sheffield and Manchester and the I-Form Advanced Manufacturing Centre, Dublin. Read more
Design and development of next generation textured cutting tools for improved tribological properties during machining
Self funded project October 2022/3 / April 2023 / July 2023 start, 3 years duration. Read more
Deep Learning for Process Control and Predictive Capability for Laser Machining
Supervisory Team. Ben Mills, James Grant-Jacob. Project description. Advances in lasers now allow the laser-based processing of almost any material. Read more
Microstructural and surface integrity in machining of specialist composite materials for next generation aero-engine applications - (ENG 1317X2)
Rolls-Royce University Technology Centre (UTC) in manufacturing and On-Wing Technology, The University of Nottingham. Applicants are invited to undertake a 3-year PhD programme in partnership with industry to address key challenges in manufacturing engineering. Read more
3D Vibration Assisted Micro Machining of Sculptured Surfaces on Hard-to-machine Materials
High-accuracy micro components or microstructures are increasingly in demand for various industries, such as biomedical engineering, MEMS, electro-optics, aerospace and communications. Read more
Ultraprecision machining in silicon carbide
Silicon carbide is of great importance as a structural ceramic as it is amongst the hardest materials known. Machining silicon carbide parts into the required shape and form for a given application is extremely difficult, yielding unwanted defects. Read more
EngD in Development of In-Process NDE Machining Force Feedback Analysis for Titanium Alloy Component Texture Analysis
Research Group:
Advanced Metallic Systems Centre for Doctoral Training
This project sits within the Centre for Doctoral Training (CDT) in Advanced Metallic Systems - a distinct research centre formed by a partnership between the Universities of Sheffield and Manchester and the I-Form Advanced Manufacturing Centre, Dublin. Read more
Machining induced surface integrity in aerospace components
Machining and mechanical material removal is one of the key manufacturing operations in the automotive and aerospace industries to generate functional surfaces. Read more
Machining induced surface integrity in aerospace components
Machining and mechanical material removal is one of the key manufacturing operations in the automotive and aerospace industries to generate functional surfaces. Read more
Automatic Digital Twin for Critical Nuclear Island Components Through Novel Machining Data Acquisition
In this project, you will work on a new technique to create digital twin data during machining. You will develop the technique further and work with multinational companies to apply it to critical components in the nuclear sector. Read more
Advanced metal matrix composite machining for aerospace applications
Metal matrix composites are an advanced family of alloys increasingly used in the aerospace industry because of their enhanced mechanical properties and strength/weight ratio. Read more
Advanced metal matrix composite machining for aerospace applications
Metal matrix composites are an advanced family of alloys increasingly used in the aerospace industry because of their enhanced mechanical properties and strength/weight ratio. Read more