Optimal control of a reliable four-wheel-drive electric vehicle (WS18)

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Full Project Detail
This project will build on the work undertaken during the SMART (Smart Modular Architecture for Reliable Transportation) project. The aim of the project is to improve and develop a full vehicle model for a reliable four-wheel-drive electric vehicle, based on the SMART system concept. This model will be used to develop fault-tolerant controllers capable of reconfiguring themselves based on failures or changes within the system. The controller concepts will then be validated on an experimental rig. Ultimately, this will lead to an electric vehicle capable of reliably delivering predictable driving torque even under failure or degradation.
This is a unique opportunity to work with the Control Systems Group at Loughborough, and to enhance your knowledge and skills in the areas of vehicle modelling and control whilst collaborating with other academics in related fields.

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Entry requirements
Applicants should have, or expect to achieve, at least a 2:1 Honours degree (or equivalent) in Mechanical, Electrical or Mechatronics Engineering or a related subject. A relevant Master’s degree and/or experience in one or more of the following will be an advantage: vehicle modelling; MATLAB/Simulink; nonlinear control systems; electric vehicle architecture