Manufacturing Engineering (human) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 23 Manufacturing Engineering (human) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

Human-centred design for autonomous and intelligent complex manufacturing systems

Edinburgh Napier University School of Computing, Engineering & the Built Environment

The Ph.D. project prepares students to become interdisciplinary scholars who can apply a variety of methodological approaches at the intersection of technology, human behaviour, and design. Read more

Supervisors: Dr AM Marzano, Dr G Vasantha

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

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Optimising dynamic scheduling in smart manufacturing through reinforcement learning PhD

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

This PhD aims to develop an adaptive self-organising solution for dynamic scheduling in job-shop manufacturing. The research will introduce an innovative approach that integrates deep reinforcement learning and multi-agent systems to rapidly respond to emergencies and disruptions. Read more

Supervisor: Dr C Latsou

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

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Agent-based cyber-physical production systems for Industry 4.0

University of Bradford Faculty of Engineering & Digital Technologies

Research Group: Applied Computing

This project aims to develop novel methods and software tools for the implementation of highly adaptive multi-agent systems for manufacturing control, applying plug-and-produce technology to cyber-physical systems. Read more

Supervisors: Dr D Scrimieri, Prof S Konur, Dr S Kabir

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

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Tribological Interaction between Human Skin and Recycled Textiles

University of Birmingham Department of Mechanical Engineering

Tribology's importance is not limited to mechanical components of engineering systems such as a gearbox. The investigation of friction and wear can be applied to many applications. Read more

Supervisors: Dr O Doustdar, Dr I Stead, Prof K Dearn

Year round applications PhD Research Project Awaiting Funding Decision/Possible External Funding

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Investigating the effect of plastics recycling on nanoplastic production in packaging applications

The University of Manchester Department of Materials

Nanoplastics, defined as plastic particles measuring less than 1000 nanometres, have emerged as a significant concern due to their ability to infiltrate ecosystems, posing potential risks to the environment. Read more

Supervisor: Dr T McDonald

25 August 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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Deep Learning for Process Control and Predictive Capability for Laser Machining

University of Southampton Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences

Supervisory Team: Ben Mills, James Grant-Jacob. Project description. Advances in lasers now allow the laser-based processing of almost any material. Read more

Supervisor: Dr B Mills

Year round applications PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Artificial Intelligence and Data Analytics in Materials Processing

University College Dublin SFI Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre

Expressions of Interest for PhD position in I-Form, the SFI Research Centre for Advanced Manufacturing. Submit an Expression of Interest!. Read more

Supervisor: Ms A Evans

Year round applications PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Optimise and automate pre-production for wire based Directed Energy Deposition (w-DEDAM) production PhD

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

This 4-year, fully funded PhD project centres on the automation and optimisation of the pre-production process for wire-based Directed Energy Deposition Additive Manufacturing (w-DEDAM). Read more

Supervisors: Dr JQ Qin, Prof S Williams

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

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Harnessing waste-heat from challenging environments with flexible electronics, sponsored by BAE Systems

University of Southampton Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences

Supervisory Team. Dr Katrina Morgan, Dr Ioannis Zeimpekis, Prof Nick Harris, Prof Steve Beeby. Project description. This PhD is a sought after industrial Cooperative Award in Science and Techology (iCASE), with sponsorship from BAE Systems Ltd. Read more

Supervisor: Dr K Morgan

31 August 2024 PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (European/UK Students Only)

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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 23 Manufacturing Engineering (human) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

Manufacturing Engineering (human) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 23 Manufacturing Engineering (human) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

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