Applications are invited for a research studentship in the field of nonlinear structural dynamics, leading to the award of a PhD degree.
The constant drive to improve aircraft performance is leading to lighter and more flexible structures where nonlinearity is increasingly present. Nonlinearity can arise, for instance, from material behaviours, large-amplitude vibrations, buckling, or simply friction and free-play between components. Whether anticipated or discovered at the end of product design, the presence of nonlinearity often leads to untimely delays and additional development costs because nonlinear systems can exhibit a wide range of complicated dynamic behaviours that are very difficult to predict and potentially disastrous.
The Dynamics Group develops new computational, experimental and control methods to advance our understanding and ability to address structural nonlinearities. Depending on your interest, this project can focus on different topics in these broad areas. For instance, the project could contribute to one (or combine some) of the following subjects:
- the development of effective bifurcation analysis algorithms for large-scale systems. Developed algorithms will eventually be exploited to establish new bifurcation-based optimization and design methodologies for nonlinear structures.
- the development of new experimental testing approaches combining feedback control with machine learning techniques.
- the development of physics-guided machine learning techniques to predict nonlinear structure responses quantitatively.
- the development of advanced experimental techniques combining feedback control and uncertainty quantification techniques with hardware-in-the-loop (hybrid) tests.
You will carry out your work in the Nonlinear Dynamics and Control Research Group led by Dr Ludovic Renson and in collaboration with other departments in the college as well as other UK and oversea universities. You will be part of the Rolls-Royce Vibration University Technology Centre.
You will be an enthusiastic and self-motivated person who meets the academic requirements for enrolment for the PhD degree at Imperial College London. You will have a 1st class honours degree in mechanical/aerospace engineering or a related subject, and an enquiring and rigorous approach to research together with a strong intellect and disciplined work habits. A general interest in dynamics is essential. Good team-working, observational and communication skills are essential.
To find out more about research at Imperial College London in this area, go to:
http://www.imperial.ac.uk/mechanicalengineering
For information on how to apply, go to:
http://www.imperial.ac.uk/mechanical-engineering/study/phd/how-to-apply/
For further details on the post contact Dr Ludovic Renson ([Email Address Removed]). Interested applicants should send an up-to-date curriculum vitae to Dr Renson. Suitable candidates will be required to complete an electronic application form at Imperial College London in order for their qualifications to be addressed by College Registry.
Closing date: until post filled
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