Robotics PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships for Self-funded Students in the UK

We have 130 Robotics PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships for Self-funded Students in the UK

Embodiment of Robotic tail - Can we walk like a T-Rex?

University of Reading Department of Biomedical Engineering

Project Overview. Individuals skilled in using tools for sports, arts, and culinary activities might experience notable alterations in their bodily self-perception. Read more

Supervisors: Dr Y Hayashi, Prof W Harwin

Year round applications PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Three-dimensional hybrid composites for repair and recycling PhD

Cranfield University School of Aerospace, Transport and Manufacturing (SATM)

This PhD research opportunity focuses on the development of self-healing three-dimensional metal-composite hybrid materials. These will use through-thickness reinforcement to embed metallic elements, acting as a means of targeted heat introduction, to activate re-processable matrices like thermoplastics or vitrimers. Read more

Supervisors: Dr GN Neale, Dr A Skordos

22 May 2024 PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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Generative AI and flexible cognitive robots for discrete manufacturing

University of Sheffield Department of Automatic Control and Systems Engineering

Background. Current Human-Robot collaborations are driven by kinaesthetic teaching which requires humans to guide the robot end effectors to do a task. Read more

Supervisors: Dr R Ward, Dr J Oyekan

15 May 2024 PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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Causal Machine Learning in Aerospace PhD

Cranfield University School of Aerospace, Transport and Manufacturing (SATM)

This PhD project will investigate the recent field of study of Causal Machine Learning, which aims to modify and augment Machine Learning by using Causal Analysis techniques as a way to solve its limitations. Read more

Supervisors: Prof W Guo, Dr MA Arana-Catania

24 July 2024 PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Towards robotic 2D-IR spectroscopy for biomolecular fingerprinting of cancer

University of York School of Physics, Engineering and Technology

Ultrafast 2D-IR spectroscopy is a new variant of Infrared spectroscopy which offers a unique analytical method for characterizing complex biomolecular samples. Read more

Supervisors: Dr M Chauhan, Prof N Hunt

Year round applications PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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UK Atomic Energy Authority and University of Nottingham sponsored PhD scholarship – Extra-long compliant snake robot capable of self-localization for inspection in fusion power plants

University of Nottingham Faculty of Engineering

Applicants are invited to undertake a 3-year PhD program in partnership with the UK Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA) to address key challenges in robotic deployment systems enabling repair automation. Read more

Supervisor: Dr X Dong

Year round applications PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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Advancements in Biomedical Device Design and Manufacturing for Personalized Healthcare

Canterbury Christ Church University SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING, TECHNOLOGY AND DESIGN

This research project offers an exciting opportunity for individuals interested in the intersection of biomedical engineering and advanced manufacturing techniques, particularly in the realm of personalized healthcare. Read more

Supervisor: Dr H Hassanin

Year round applications PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Advancements in Finite Element Modeling of Soft Robotics for Biomedical Applications

Canterbury Christ Church University SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING, TECHNOLOGY AND DESIGN

This research project presents an intriguing opportunity for individuals intrigued by the intersection of finite element modeling and soft robotics, particularly within the realm of biomedical applications. Read more

Supervisor: Dr H Hassanin

Year round applications PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Generative AI for the Next Generation of Manufacturing Automation Systems PhD

Cranfield University School of Aerospace, Transport and Manufacturing (SATM)

The application of emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, digital twin, blockchain, and the internet of things are growing fast, and their integration with complex manufacturing systems enables effective digitalisation and automation transition. Read more

Supervisor: Dr M Farsi

Year round applications PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Metamaterials and Tuneable Design for Force Regulation and Vibration Isolation

Nottingham Trent University School of Science & Technology

The 4D Materials and Printing Lab in the Department of Engineering at Nottingham Trent University is seeking to recruit a PhD student for the EPSRC funded research project. Read more

Supervisor: Dr M Bodaghi

20 April 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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Learning for Control: Enabling Efficient Networked Autonomous Systems

University of Southampton Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences

Supervisory Team: Konstantinos Gatsis . Project description. There is an ongoing transformation in engineering autonomous systems that aim to achieve complex objectives with limited human intervention in applications such as robotics, self-driving cars, and industrial systems. Read more

Supervisor: Dr K Gatsis

31 August 2024 PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Autonomous Control of an Electric Vehicle for Improving Energy Efficiency

University of Southampton Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences

Supervisory Team. Dr. Anil Madhusudhanan and Prof. Suleiman Sharkh. Project description. Read more

Supervisor: Dr A Madhusudhanan

30 April 2024 PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Microfluidics for Micro-AUVs (Autonomous Underwater Vehicles)

University of Southampton Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences

This project will develop and test microfluidic systems that can be deployed aboard small robot submarines (micro-AUVs) to sample and analyse aquatic chemistry. Read more

Supervisor: Dr A Nightingale

31 August 2024 PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Resilient AI Systems for Polar Glacier Monitoring

University of York Department of Computer Science

AI has become a valuable asset in day-to-day life. It has also become an invaluable part of any research. It is often associated and combined within autonomous systems for monitoring environmental changes. Read more

Supervisor: Prof R Calinescu

Year round applications PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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Towards developing novel actuation method of soft robotic devices towards medical applications

University of York School of Physics, Engineering and Technology

Beating-heart procedures represent a less invasive alternative to standard open-heart surgery with fewer perioperative complications, and shorter recovery time. Read more

Supervisor: Dr M Chauhan

30 April 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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We have 130 Robotics PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships for Self-funded Students in the UK

Robotics PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships for Self-funded Students in the UK

We have 130 Robotics PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships for Self-funded Students in the UK

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