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We have 21 Mechanical Engineering PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships in Leicester
Mechanical Engineering PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships in Leicester
We have 21 Mechanical Engineering PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships in Leicester
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Cellular automaton to model rapid crystal growth and recrystallisation
Texture in materials plays a crucial role in metallic products. A thorough study of the underlying morphology and its evolution is relevant for producing cast parts of innovative technological products. Read more
An integrated approach for damage identification in composite materials
Non-destructive inspection based on acoustics is today one of the primary methods for the identification of damage precursors in components and structures. Read more
Predicting failure in crystalline materials using machine learning techniques
Single crystal materials are extensively used in components ranging from the smallest (e.g. micro-lens, MEMS devices) to the largest sizes (e.g. Read more
Improving blast and ballistic resistance in composites through design
Advanced composites are being extensively used in ballistic applications. Read more
Deformation avalanches in small-scaled components and how to prevent them
The prediction of plastic deformation of metals has been an important research topic for decades, which primarily reduces to the question of properly understanding the motions of dislocations as the major cause of plastic flows in metals. Read more
Modelling slip bands and short crack growth in Ni-based superalloys using discrete crystal plasticity
In metal fatigue, microplastic strain localisation leads to the formation of discrete slip bands, which contribute to the initiation and propagation of short cracks. 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
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
Correlative Analysis of Engineering Alloys in 3D
Project Description. The material performance of engineering alloys is highly dependent on its crystal properties. Microstructure characterisation is critical to the understanding of the key features that control the mechanical behaviour of materials. Read more
A bottom-up approach to muscle mechanics
Muscles exhibit highly complex behaviour made up of thousands of individual muscle fibres, each with different properties, interacting with each other and the surrounding bio-mechanical structures. Read more
3D printing tooth: a new ceramic-polymer composite for dental application
This project is supported by two of the most prestigious academic and research organisations in the UK, namely Loughborough University and the Additive Manufacturing Centre of Excellence (AM-COE). Read more
Computational modelling of cement-implant and cement-bone fracture in Unicondylar Knee Replacements (UKR)
Loosening is one of the major causes of implant failures, resulting in a lower success rate of joint replacement surgery. However, research conducted on the fracture of the polymer bone cement which holds the implant in place has not been extensive. Read more
A multiscale approach to model the biomechanical behaviour of human skin
The skin consists of sub-layers such as stratum corneum, epidermis with morphological parameters varying spatially. Being viscoelastic (similar to cheese), the skin is also subjected to high loading and environmental conditions every day resulting in skin damages. Read more
Additive manufacturing (3D printing) of tools for plastic injection moulding
This project offers a chance to work on a truly disruptive and innovative research project in the high-tech and high-value manufacturing, with very high potential impact in aerospace and energy sectors. 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
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