Platform hydrodynamics of integrated wind and wave energy converters

Loughborough University is a top-ten rated university in England for research intensity (REF2014) and an outstanding 66% of the work of Loughborough’s academic staff who were eligible to be submitted to the REF was judged as ‘world-leading’ or ‘internationally excellent’, compared to a national average figure of 43%.

In choosing Loughborough for your research, you’ll work alongside academics who are leaders in their field. You will benefit from comprehensive support and guidance from our Doctoral College including tailored careers advice, to help you succeed in your research and future career.
Find out more: http://www.lboro.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/supporting-you/research/

Project Detail
Are you an application-oriented person, who is keen to use mathematics to solve real-life problems? Are you interested in ocean waves and renewable energy applications? This project will give you the fantastic opportunity to work in partnership with Ocean Grazer (www.oceangrazer.com), the developers of a new hybrid, modular and scalable energy capture and storage device. You will join a vibrant team of researchers working in a multidisciplinary environment across applied mathematics, ocean wave dynamics and ocean renewable energy led by Dr Emiliano Renzi (www.renzilab.com).

The goal of this project is to develop a theoretical understanding of the flow through and around the Ocean Grazer integrated wind-and-wave energy converter. Supervised by Dr Renzi, you will develop new mathematical models to understand the hydrodynamics of the large platform upon which the wind turbine, the floating wave energy absorbers and the submerged storage units are installed. Understanding wave propagation around and impact on the platform is of vital importance to quantify the design loads of the entire structure. Therefore, your work will inform key decisions of the Ocean Grazer engineering team.

Find out more:
http://www.lboro.ac.uk/departments/maths/research/groups/linear-nonlinear-waves/

Entry requirements
Applicants should have, or expect to achieve, at least a 2:1 Honours degree (or equivalent) in Mathematical Sciences or a related subject. A relevant Master’s degree and/or experience in one or more of the following will be an advantage: Industrial mathematical modelling, fluid mechanics, solution of partial differential equations, numerical techniques.

Contact details
Name: Dr Emiliano Renzi
Email address: [Email Address Removed]
Telephone number: 01509 223186

How to apply
All applications should be made online at http://www.lboro.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/apply/
Under programme name, select ‘Mathematical Sciences’.

Please quote reference number: ER/MA/EPSRC/2018