Use of Planar Laser-Induced Fluorescence (PLIF) in advanced turbine aerodynamics.

Lead Supervisor & informal enquiries: Dr Carl Sangan ([Email Address Removed])

PROJECT:
The Turbomachinery Research Centre (TRC) at Bath seeks to produce greener energy through more efficient gas turbines. Key to realising this is advanced aerodynamics.

The project focusses on investigating the aerodynamic interaction mechanisms between the mainstream gas path and the cooling systems found in gas turbines. Understanding the losses these interactions create, coupled with the design of new architectures to minimise them, is key to producing the next generation of more efficient engines. Advanced optical measurement techniques will be used to visualise the flow interactions found in a number of experimental scenarios. Planer Laser Induced Fluorescence (PLIF) is being developed to provide unprecedented levels of detail in these highly unsteady and complex flows. The optics system itself is also unique to Bath and was designed in collaboration with the manufacturer as part of a strategic investment in the University of Bath as a centre of excellence in fluid measurement.

This is an exciting opportunity for a student to join a team of researchers working on an industrially-relevant research challenge. The PhD will be undertaken and supervised at Bath, although there is an opportunity for the student to work under the expert guidance of one of Siemens’ chief engineers through regular communication and project reviews at the company.

This project will suit a student with a keen interest in aerodynamics and/or turbomachinery.

CANDIDATE:
Applicants should hold, or expect to receive, an undergraduate Masters first class degree or MSc distinction (or non-UK equivalent). English language entry requirements must be met at the time of application to be considered for funding, see http://www.bath.ac.uk/study/pg/apply/english-language/index.html

APPLICATIONS:
Formal applications should be made via the University of Bath’s online application form for a PhD in Mechanical Engineering. Please ensure that you state the full project title and lead supervisor name on the application form.

https://samis.bath.ac.uk/urd/sits.urd/run/siw_ipp_lgn.login?process=siw_ipp_app&code1=RDUME-FP01&code2=0014

More information about applying for a PhD at Bath may be found here:
http://www.bath.ac.uk/guides/how-to-apply-for-doctoral-study/

This project is eligible for inclusion, subject to funding availability, in a funding round with application deadline Wednesday 25 March 2020. Early submission is advised. A full application must have been submitted before inclusion in a funding round.

Anticipated start date: 28 September 2020