Advanced Manufacturing of Aerospace Materials: eliminating machining defects in MMC components

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Project Detail:

Hybrid-Hybrid machining of next generation aerospace materials

The manufacture of high value aerospace components requires state-of-the-art manufacturing processes. These are necessary to meet the stringent quality controls within this sector. Metal-matrix composites (MMCs) offer excellent mechanical properties with lower weights, making them an attractive option for replacing conventional materials used in the aerospace sector.

The project will design, develop and implement hybrid-hybrid machining techniques that will practically eliminate machining defects in MMC component improving resilience and extending service life. A good balance of experimentation and numerical modelling is expected during the course of the project.

Research will draw upon several disciplines including (but perhaps not limited to) mechanical engineering, materials science and machining process physics. At the end of the studentship the candidate will possess skills that will be uniquely suited for future opportunities in both academia and industry.

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Entry requirements:
Applicants should have, or expect to achieve, at least a 2:1 Honours degree (or equivalent e.g. GPA of 7.5/10 or higher) in engineering or a related subject. A relevant Master’s degree and/or experience in one or more of the following will be an advantage:

Funding information:
This is an open call for candidates who are sponsored or who have their own funding. If you do not have funding, you may still apply, however Institutional funding is not guaranteed. Outstanding candidates (UK/EU/International) without funding will be considered for any funding opportunity which may become available in the School.

Contact details:
Name: Anish Roy
Email address: [Email Address Removed]
Telephone number: +44 (0) 1509 227637

How to apply:
All applications should be made online at http://www.lboro.ac.uk/study/apply/research/. Please quote the reference ‘ARVS2017’ on all correspondence and especially on the application form. Please ensure that you select ‘Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering’ under programme name on the application form.

Application details:
Reference number: ARVS2017
Start date: ASAP
Closing date: 15 August 2017
Interview date: 22 August 2017

Supervisors:
Primary supervisor: A Roy
Secondary supervisor: L Zhao, VV Silberschmidt