Mechanical Engineering (electronic and electrical engineering) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 16 Mechanical Engineering (electronic and electrical engineering) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

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Superconducting and cryogenic electric propulsion system for hydrogen-powered electric aircraft

University of Bath Department of Electronic & Electrical Engineering

The Department of Electronic and Electrical Engineering at the University of Bath is inviting applications for the following fully-funded PhD project, expected to commence 30 September 2024. Read more

Supervisor: Prof X Pei

30 April 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (European/UK Students Only)

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Enhancing the long-term performance of advanced engine materials by controlling microstructure

Loughborough University Wolfson School of Mechanical, Electrical and Manufacturing Engineering

Structural materials used in modern engineering applications are more than ever today subjected to extreme loading and environmental conditions. Read more

Supervisor: Dr K Baxevanakis

1 July 2024 PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Multi-Fidelity Modelling of Rechargeable Battery Degradation

University of York School of Physics, Engineering and Technology

Research Group: Intelligent Systems and Robotics

Rechargeable batteries play a key role in electric vehicles and transition to net zero. One of the current challenges in batteries is degradation, which causes capacity retention and resistance increase as the battery cycles. Read more

Supervisor: Dr E Hosseinzadeh

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

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Re-imagining Engineering Design (RIED)

Loughborough University Wolfson School of Mechanical, Electrical and Manufacturing Engineering

Shape, topology and chemistry of materials and structures are the ingredients to achieve multifunctionality. Read more

Supervisors: Prof C Torres-Sanchez, Prof P Conway

14 May 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Modelling slip bands and short crack growth in Ni-based superalloys using discrete crystal plasticity

Loughborough University Wolfson School of Mechanical, Electrical and Manufacturing Engineering

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

Supervisor: Dr K Baxevanakis

1 July 2024 PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Robotic Non-Destructive Evaluation for AI-enabled Digital High-Value Manufacturing

University of Strathclyde Department of Electronic and Electrical Engineering

The University of Strathclyde is pleased to be able to offer a highly cross-disciplinary engineering ‎project on the development and systems integration of robotic NDE and high-value manufacturing. Read more

Supervisors: Dr Y Javadi, Dr T Konkova, Dr I Tavakkolnia

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

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Microsystems Engineering Ph.D.

Rochester Institute of Technology USA Department of Electrical and Microelectronic Engineering

The multidisciplinary doctorate degree in microsystems engineering builds on the fundamentals of traditional engineering and science combined with curriculum and research activities addressing the numerous technical challenges of micro- and nano-systems. Read more

Supervisor: Prof SP Preble

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

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Development of automatic control systems for integrated microfluidic chips used in mRNA vaccine manufacturing

University of Adelaide School of Chemical Engineering

Title. Development of automatic control systems for integrated microfluidic chips used in mRNA vaccine manufacturing. . Project. Read more

Supervisor: Assoc Prof RA Akmeliawati

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

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Inspection of nuclear fusion components in high temperature using laser induced ultrasound phase arrays

University of Strathclyde Department of Electronic and Electrical Engineering

This PhD project will face the challenges of ultrasonic imaging of nuclear fusion components using lasers to generate and detect ultrasound, remotely and in a series of environmental conditions with respect to temperature for the first time. Read more

Supervisors: Dr T Stratoudaki, Prof S.G. Pierce

30 September 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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PhD Studentship in Soft Robotics

Imperial College London Department of Mechanical Engineering

Applications are invited for a research studentship in the field of soft robotics, leading to the award of a PhD degree. The post is supported by a bursary and fees (at the UK student rate) provided by the Mechanical Engineering Department, and it is open to both home and overseas students. Read more

Supervisor: Dr E Franco

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

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Development of a Knowledge Architecture for Designing Smart Products

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

Developing smart products aims to create unique in-built characteristics such as adaptiveness, context-awareness, personalisation, and pro-activeness to enhance customer value. Read more

Supervisors: Dr G Vasantha, Dr K Goh

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

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Development of solar-powered self-healing 3D printed composite structures

University of Edinburgh School of Engineering

Development of solar-powered self-healing 3D printed composite structures. 4D printed devices are Additive Manufactured components with shape-shifting capabilities [1]. Read more

Supervisor: Dr F Martinez-Hergueta

30 April 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (European/UK Students Only)

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Dynamic modelling and model based control of Compliant Hybrid Robots

University of York School of Physics, Engineering and Technology

Research Group: Intelligent Systems and Robotics

Recent trends and the evolution of robots suggest a greater integration of automated robots into everyday life. These robots are expected to serve various roles, including service robots, healthcare assistants, inspection robots, and more. Read more

Supervisor: Dr BJ Jamil

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

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Machine Learning Model for Soft Robotic Gripper

Canterbury Christ Church University SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING, TECHNOLOGY AND DESIGN

Soft robotics are considered as a part of Robotics 2.0 which is related to the real-world environment with low predictability, low programmability, creativity, adaptation, and soft interaction. Read more

Supervisor: Dr N Naz

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

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A novel manufacturing method for application of ultrathin sheet laminations for electric machines.

University of Sheffield Department of Mechanical Engineering

The greater electrification of many industrial and commercial sectors is acknowledged as an important contributor to plans for reaching net-zero carbon by 2050. Read more

Supervisors: Dr H Ghadbeigi, Prof P Fairclough, Prof G Jewell

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

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We have 16 Mechanical Engineering (electronic and electrical engineering) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

Mechanical Engineering (electronic and electrical engineering) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

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