This PhD project is part of the CDT in Sustainable Electric Propulsion. The successful PhD student will be co-supervised by academics from within the Electrical Power Research Group at Newcastle University and work alongside our external partner Dyson. The student will form part of Cohort 5 and commence in September 2023.
About the Dyson Research Centre at Newcastle University
Dyson Digital Motors lead the world in terms of power density and efficiency for small air movers; which have enabled our revolutionary cordless vacuum cleaners and hairdryers. A key driver for achieving these power densities is a closely coupled, system level design process where aerodynamics, thermo-mechanics, magnetics, electrical systems and energy storage are all designed in tandem to deliver the peak of system efficiency for the smallest size and cost. Our research with Newcastle University is focussed on delivering new designs and methodologies to push the performance envelope of our power systems further as well as open up new product areas through engaging in fundamental research. We are actively looking to recruit students for research in the following core subject areas:
Electromagnetics
Topic Areas: Electrical Machines, Energy Storage, Manufacturing, Materials, Thermal Management, Reliability and health management
We are actively exploring novel inductor, motor and actuator designs for a range of new and existing product areas. The key focus of our research is in the application of new and emerging materials to improve power density and reduce loss while operating at speeds in excess of 100,000rpm. We actively investigate how new materials and manufacturing processes can enable smaller, lighter and more efficient motors while reducing cost and environmental impact from manufacture through to disposal.
How to apply
You should complete an application by submitting the following mandatory documents via Newcastle University portal. You must ensure that you include the title of the project and reference number quoted above in the project title field in the covering letter:
- CV
- Covering letter (including title of project and reference number)
- Degree transcripts and certificates
- If English is not your first language, a copy of your English language qualifications
Please ‘Create a new account’ on the postgraduate application system. Enter the programme code as 8206F, select ‘PhD Power Electronics for Sustainable Electric Propulsion' as the programme of study and PESEP23 as the studentship code. In the covering letter please quote reference code PESEP23 and state how your interests and experience relate to the CDT.
Eligibility criteria
Available to Home UK students for a PhD at Newcastle University.
Applicants should have at least a 2:1 Bachelor level degree in an Engineering or Science discipline.
About the CDT
The overall vision of the CDT is the creation of a new generation of UK specialists driving the electric revolution in the transport sector. As this sector is reliant on a reliable supply of low carbon electricity, development of wave energy is seen as a potentially important part of this sector.
We aim to create a new school of thinking amongst engineers and scientists, capable of leading the transformation from fossil fuel transport to sustainable and environmentally friendly electric transport.
Our partners
A collaboration between two of the UK's largest and most forward-thinking research groups in electric propulsion: the Electrical Power Group at Newcastle University and the Power Electronics, Machines and Control Research Group at the University of Nottingham.
The CDT is supported by over 30 industrial and network partners to deliver unprecedented high-quality research and comprehensive training.
Training
We have developed a radical new training programme that will equip our students with a new school of thinking for solving problems to ensure maximum research impact.
Highlights of the training programme include:
- Fusion-Training-Units - a revolutionary new training method combining technical knowledge with professional skills.
- Supervisor-on-Demand scheme - students will get support from their main academic and industrial supervisor and also from a pool of experts throughout training and research.
- A large choice of taught modules and laboratories - subjects in engineering, science, business tailored to students' needs.
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