Applications are invited for a PhD (via MPhil) studentship the UCLan Centre for Research in Engineering (Jost Institute for Tribotechnology).
Project Description:
Most aircraft propulsion depend on turbines generally involving several propellers/fans rotating at very high speed, raising challenges associated with safety, reliability, and lifetime. Rotating blades ultimately fail due to fatigue and stress induced by cyclic blade vibration. In all existing turbo propulsion systems, the application of blade health monitoring (BHM) has been essential, and Blade Tip Timing (BTT) methods are increasingly being implemented for the determination of blade stress and endurance.
The main goal of this project is to develop an innovative health monitoring solution for future propulsion systems based on BTT measurements, contributing to net zero carbon global challenge by reducing unwanted machine failures in service, and supporting the expected quadruple increase in air travel demands by 2050. The research is cross-sector as it is relevant to both aerospace and industrial gas and steam turbines.
The project will be supported by Industry in terms of access to data, rigs, sensors, software, and hardware.
Applicants would be expected to have or develop knowledge in the following areas to conduct the PhD: Dynamics and vibration theory; experimental techniques in vibration testing; programming; and Finite element analysis applied to dynamic analysis. You will be required to communicate with the industrial partners, will have the opportunity to attend multiple international conferences during your PhD and publish your work in scientific journals.
Further information
Informal project related enquiries about the post can be made to Dr M. E. Mohamed ([Email Address Removed])
For the full details go to: https://www.uclan.ac.uk/research/research-degrees/studentships
Applications should be completed on our online application system, selecting the following options:
- Type of Study – Research Degree (Postgraduate)
- Course - Master of Philosophy/Doctor of Philosophy
- Campus – Preston Campus
- Mode of Study – Full Time
Please quote the Studentship reference number DTC12-22-33 on the online application form in the personal statement section. You will not be able to enter the number in the Studentship reference section.
Closing Date: 31st March 2023
Proposed Interview Date: TBC
Expected Start Date: September 2023
CURRENT UCLAN RESEARCH STUDENTS WILL NOT BE ELIGIBLE TO APPLY FOR THIS RESEARCH STUDENTSHIP