Turbocharger Loss Interactions: Predicting Real World Turbocharger Behaviour

Turbochargers are widely used in on- and off-highway powertrains because they enable the system as a whole to deliver better fuel efficiency. Being able to simulate the turbocharger unit is key to achieving the system level benefits. Despite its importance, methods have moved on little in the last few decades. Progress has been made on understanding pulsation effects and heat transfer, but the interaction between adjacent components and the turbochargers is poorly understood. Our previous work has shown that these interactions make the simulation methods dependent on inlet temperature and pressure in ways not yet understood leaving the industry reliant on extensive testing with high costs and time requirements. The successful student on this project will drive forward the knowledge of turbocharger flow system interactions (using experimental and analytical approaches) and deliver tools that will change the industry approach to turbocharger simulation.

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Entry requirements
Applicants should have, or expect to achieve, at least a 2:1 Honours degree (or equivalent) in Mechanical, Aeronautical or Automotive Engineering, or a related subject.

All applications should be made online at http://www.lboro.ac.uk/study/apply/research/.  Under programme name, select ‘Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering’ .