product lifecycle PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 13 product lifecycle PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

Ultra-Precision Robotic Manufacturing

Heriot-Watt University School of Engineering & Physical Sciences

Ultra-Precision Robotic Manufacturing. Research will leverage cutting-edge robotic manipulation techniques, complemented by advanced vision systems, to achieve sub-millimeter accuracy in positioning and manipulation. Read more

Supervisors: Dr M Koskinopoulou, Dr IC Carlucho, Dr Y Petillot

Year round applications PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (European/UK Students Only)

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Smart Factory

University of Edinburgh School of Engineering

The advent of Industry 4.0 has ushered in a new era of manufacturing, marked by the integration of advanced technologies such as the Internet of Things (IoT), artificial intelligence (AI), and digital twins. Read more

Supervisors: Prof J.C. Corney, Dr MV Vidmar

28 February 2025 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (European/UK Students Only)

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Sensor Fusion and management in Autonomous Airborne Platforms

University of Edinburgh School of Engineering

Sensor networks, sensor fusion and management techniques address key challenges in intelligence, surveillance, target acquisition, and reconnaissance (ISTAR). Read more

Supervisors: Dr J Hopgood, Prof M Davies

28 February 2025 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (European/UK Students Only)

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New Materials and Structures for CTE Management of Laser Systems

University of Edinburgh School of Engineering

A major challenge for defence & security laser systems is managing the heat generated and differential thermal expansion of the different components in the system. Read more

Supervisors: Prof J.C. Corney, Dr S T-W Tammas-Williams

28 February 2025 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (European/UK Students Only)

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Data-Driven Computational Sensing and Imaging

University of Edinburgh School of Engineering

Today's state-of-the-art imaging and sensing rely as much on computation as they do on sensor hardware. Furthermore, computational sensing and imaging is increasingly exploiting data-driven and machine learning solutions to enhance performance and develop novel hardware/software co-designed sensing systems. Read more

Supervisors: Prof M Davies, Dr J Hopgood

28 February 2025 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (European/UK Students Only)

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Compressed/low SWAP-C sensing

Heriot-Watt University School of Engineering & Physical Sciences

Compressed/low SWAP-C sensing. Read more

Supervisor: Dr Y Altmann

Year round applications PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (European/UK Students Only)

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Machine Learning and AI for Optical System Optimization

Heriot-Watt University School of Engineering & Physical Sciences

Machine Learning and AI for Optical System Optimization. Read more

Supervisors: Dr R Carter, Dr M Koskinopoulou

Year round applications PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (European/UK Students Only)

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Robot-Human Collaboration in Manufacturing Environments

Heriot-Watt University School of Engineering & Physical Sciences

Robot-Human Collaboration in Manufacturing Environments. Research aims to revolutionize human-robot collaboration in industrial settings by integrating artificial intelligence (AI), reinforcement learning (RL) and systems monitoring. Read more

Supervisors: Dr M Koskinopoulou, Assoc Prof FA Auat

Year round applications PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (European/UK Students Only)

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Laser System Design for Digital Manufacturing

Heriot-Watt University School of Engineering & Physical Sciences

Laser System Design for Digital Manufacturing. The laser resonator in defence& security systems dictate the system design and is usually the highest cost component of the system. Read more

Supervisor: Prof D Esser

Year round applications PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (European/UK Students Only)

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Laser Based Manufacturing of Precision Optical Systems

Heriot-Watt University School of Engineering & Physical Sciences

Laser Based Manufacturing of Precision Optical Systems. Manufacturing of lasers and similar high precision optical systems is challenging in terms of the very high precision and thermo-mechanical stability that is required whilst providing for active alignment processes. Read more

Supervisor: Prof D Esser

Year round applications PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (European/UK Students Only)

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Mapping and Valorisation of Beef Production Co-Product & Waste Streams

Queen’s University Belfast School of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering

Project Introduction. Supported by Lifecycle Assessment, this project will utilise waste streams from Dawn Meats for the recovery of organic and inorganic compounds. Read more

Supervisors: Dr E Cunningham, Dr B Smyth

21 June 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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Developing digital twin and digital product passports for high-value electric machines to support their end-of-life decisions

University of Sheffield Department of Automatic Control and Systems Engineering

In support of the research activities of the EPRSC-funded Future Electrical Machines Manufacturing Hub, the University of Sheffield is offering a funded PhD scholarship to undertake research in the development of digital twin and digital product passports for high-value electric machines to support their end-of-life decisions. Read more

Supervisor: Prof A Tiwari

30 April 2024 PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Generative AI for the Next Generation of Manufacturing Automation Systems PhD

Cranfield University School of Aerospace, Transport and Manufacturing (SATM)

The application of emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, digital twin, blockchain, and the internet of things are growing fast, and their integration with complex manufacturing systems enables effective digitalisation and automation transition. Read more

Supervisor: Dr M Farsi

Year round applications PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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We have 13 product lifecycle PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

product lifecycle PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 13 product lifecycle PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

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