Understanding high strain-rate deformation in multi-phase materials using a combined Eulerian phase-field and crystal plasticity approach
Understanding high strain-rate deformation in multi-phase materials using a combined Eulerian phase-field and crystal plasticity approach
About the Project High strain-rate events in metallic structures often lead to complex fracture, as the shock wave propagates through the microstructure, and can result in the catastrophic failure of … Read More Read More
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[FSE Bicentenary PhD] Segregation and rheology of granular materials, dense suspensions and slurries for the clean energy transition
[FSE Bicentenary PhD] Segregation and rheology of granular materials, dense suspensions and slurries for the clean energy transition
About the Project Granular materials, dense suspensions and slurries play a critical role in nearly all aspects of the clean energy transition. This includes the mining and processing of the … Read More Read More
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Applied PhD Opportunity: Advancing Elite Cycling Aerodynamic Performance
Applied PhD Opportunity: Advancing Elite Cycling Aerodynamic Performance
About the Project This new PhD project offers a unique opportunity to reveal the detailed aerodynamics of New Zealand Olympic and Paralympic cyclists. The project, supported by High Performance Sport … Read More Read More
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Digital Twin Extrapolation in Space Object Re-Entry Monitoring
Digital Twin Extrapolation in Space Object Re-Entry Monitoring
About the Project Project Summary Develop advanced digital twin technology for space object re-entry monitoring, addressing multiphysics coupling and hybrid uncertainties. This PhD focuses on uncertainty quantification, robust model updating, … Read More Read More
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A zero-carbon hydrogen fuelled compression ignition engine for heavy-duty transport applications
A zero-carbon hydrogen fuelled compression ignition engine for heavy-duty transport applications
About the Project Heavy-duty applications (e.g., long haul trucks, container/tanker/bulk carrier ships etc) are notoriously challenging to decarbonize. Electrification through batteries is far from a technologically mature solution and there … Read More Read More
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Towards sustainable desalination by minimizing greenhouse gas emissions
Towards sustainable desalination by minimizing greenhouse gas emissions
About the Project Climate change and population growth pose a threat to water security worldwide. Sea water desalination is traditionally a promising technology to provide fresh water. There are numerous … Read More Read More
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Spray Delivery of Antifibrotic Polysaccharides
Spray Delivery of Antifibrotic Polysaccharides
About the Project Project: Fibrotic conditions cause nearly half of all deaths in industrialised countries, and excessive scarring can cause significant disability and disfigurement. There is an urgent need for … Read More Read More
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AI-assisted modelling of accidental explosion events (AE0048_v2)
AI-assisted modelling of accidental explosion events (AE0048_v2)
About the Project Applications are invited for a Ph.D. studentship in the Departments of Aeronautics. The research project will be supervised by Dr V.L. Tagarielli and Prof F. Montomoli and … Read More Read More
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High-Fidelity Simulation and Data-Driven Modelling for Urban Air Vehicle (UAV) Noise
High-Fidelity Simulation and Data-Driven Modelling for Urban Air Vehicle (UAV) Noise
About the Project Join us in shaping the future of quiet and sustainable urban air mobility! Are you passionate about aerodynamics, computational fluid dynamics and modern data-driven methods? Do you … Read More Read More
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