PhD Studentships for International Students at University of Sussex in UK, 2015

PhD Studentships in Sensitivity and uncertainty of dynamic and static deformation of gas-turbine bladed discs with friction joints. This project is aimed at development of numerical methods for the effective analysis of sensitivity of bladed discs to variation of some design parameters for specified characteristics.
Moreover, the sensitivity-based methods allowing fast assessment of effects of variability and uncertainty of material properties and geometry of blades on the static deformation and vibration amplitudes of bladed discs will be developed.

Scholarship Provider/ Funding Agency

University of Sussex, UK

Study Area

Sensitivity and uncertainty of dynamic and static deformation of gas-turbine bladed discs with friction joints.

Scholarship open for

EU, UK and International Students

Scholarship Level

PhD Studentship

Eligibility

Candidates with strong capacity in numerical modelling, finite element analysis, mathematics and programming are particularly welcome to apply.

Two PhD studentships are available for suitable candidates with a strong interest in structural dynamics and numerical analysis. Studentships are for three years and cover a stipend at standard research council rates (£14,057 per annum for 2015-16), tuition fees (for one UK/EU student and one Overseas student) and a research support grant.

Depending on the needs of the industrial project one of the Studentships may be extended up to six months in order to undertake further testing of the modelling on the company premises in Europe. Availability of all funding is subject to final agreement.

Scholarship Duration

3 years

Coverage/Scholarship Benefits

£14,057 tax free stipend, plus UK/EU level fee waiver for three years.

Application Method

To apply, please send your CV, all transcripts of your university studies, with a cover letter specifying your interest to the following email address:y.petrov@sussex.ac.uk.

Applicants must also apply for a PhD place using the online post-graduate application system of the University of Sussex:http://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/pg/applying/2015entry. Please make it clear on the application form that you are applying for the above studentship under the supervision of Dr Petrov. Please direct general enquiries to:L.Scott@sussex.ac.uk

Deadline

Applications will be accepted until positions are filled (although the selection process will start from 1^st July 2015).

Click here for further official scholarship information and Application