Funded PhD Opportunities
Tue, 02 Jul 2013 10:35:00 BST
Are you looking to start your PhD in October? Up to 12 funded PhD studentships are available, to work on 3-year research projects related to mathematics for metrology, machine tool metrology, optical instrument development, and novel measurement applications in precision engineering and bio-engineering.
Metrology is the science of measurement and is a fundamental and underpinning capability without which products cannot be manufactured. The EPSRC Centre’s main focus of research is on developing new methods, techniques and tools (software, instruments, processes) to support the adoption of in-process dimensional and surface metrology for high value, precision manufactured components (e.g. aerospace engine components, medical implants, optical components, and microelectronics). This drive to manufacture, measure and correct in-process we call the ‘factory on the machine’.
We are looking for talented UK/EU graduates with a 1st or 2:1 degree in a relevant scientific subject (physics, mathematics, engineering science, etc.) and an interest in manufacturing, metrology and/or optical instrumentation. Full fees and tax-free stipend (currently £13,590 p.a.) will be available for successful candidates.
To apply, please send a brief CV and covering letter to Rachael Qureshi (r.qureshi@hud.ac.uk)
Available projects:
- Decomposition of surfaces and profiles
- The forensic characterisation of symmetry
- The structure of inverse problems
- Partitioning algorithms
- Uncertainty of surface texture
- Wavelets and Beyond
- Freeform Surface Metrology
- On-line Surface Optical Measurement and Instrumentation
- Fundamental Surface Measurement Theory and Applied Techniques
- The accuracy and verification of CT Scanners
- Ultra precision abrasive machining of structured surfaces
- Development of a vibratory lapping machine for mould manufacture
- Development of a jet electro chemical machining for structuring surfaces
- A forensic metrology system for ballistics and tools mark identification
- Development of optimised tooling to achieve mould quality micro-polishing
- Investigation into how skin type and condition affects interaction with support surfaces in the onset of pressure ulcers, aiding the development of tools for pressure ulcer prevention
- The next generation of CNC machine tool calibration: Establishing the correlation between the pseudo-static and dynamic errors of machine tool feed axes
- Establishing traceability and uncertainty of gauging systems in high value manufacturing
- Fusion of on-line process monitoring with post-manufacturing inspection: Improving the quality feedback loop in CNC milling machines
- Accurate thermal imaging for industrial processes
- Virtual reality applied to predicting the accuracy of manufactured components
- The application of self-learning and adaptive control to a multi-input machine tool compensation system
