PhD Studentship: Aerodynamics and Aeroacoustics
UK. School of Engineering Sciences
Ref: SES–71–055
A PhD studentship is now available in the Aerodynamics & Flight Mechanics Research Group (AFM), School of Engineering Sciences (SES), which fully covers University tuition fees (at EU/UK level**) and provides a tax-free bursary of £12,900 per year, rising annually in line with the UK Government (EPSRC) recommended rate, for a 3-year duration.
** EU/UK fees £3300 p.a., overseas fee £13,480 p.a. (all figures subject to increase).
Overseas applicants will be required to provide the fees difference of £10,180 from other sources.
The background of the project is related to airframe noise and aerodynamics, and the aim is to better understand the aerodynamics and aero-acoustics of large civil aircraft. The project can be either experimental and/or computational, depending on the background and qualification of the student. The successful applicant will have opportunities to use/develop advanced predictive methods and/or flow and noise control techniques and methodologies, e.g. plasma actuation, feedback control, etc. Possible areas of research include:
Plasma actuator design for flow and noise control:
This project will study the changes that plasma actuators introduce to a canonical turbulent boundary layer. The nature of the project is experimental and the main purpose is to verify computational results for suppressing wall turbulence and to change surface shear stress through plasma actuations. A background in electrical system design and physics will be an advantage.
Numerical model of plasma and fluid flow:
The numerical work will combine fluid flow and plasma modelling. The nature of the project is computational and the main purpose is to build a multidisciplinary model, through which to study flow control by plasma actuators. A background in computational modelling and physics will be an advantage.
Reduced order model development for flow control:
The project will firstly build a control model for high lift device noise by POD (Proper Orthogonal Decomposition) or similar techniques. Based on the control model, feedback control methods will be studied and a suitable one will be presented to attenuate aircraft noise. The nature of the project is analytic and control oriented. A background in control theory and flow control will be an advantage.
SES is a top 5* rated research school with an international reputation. The successful candidate will work with a group of highly motivated, first class research students in the areas of computational aeroacoustics, engine noise and airframe noise, race car aerodynamics and flow control. The project is supported by aeronautical and motor racing industries.
The School is a diverse community which is committed to creating an inclusive working and learning environment in which all individuals are equally treated and valued, and can achieve their potential. The School considers all studentship applications in relation to academic criteria and regardless of the individual's race, gender, or belief.
Entry requirements: The studentship is available to candidates with the equivalent of a first class or upper second class degree in relevant disciplines, e.g. mathematics, physics, aeronautics or engineering. The studentship is at the standard EPSRC (Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council) rate, commencing on 1 October 2008.
Closing date for applications: 30 May 2008.
If you wish to discuss any details of the project informally, please contact Dr Xun Huang, AFM Research Group, SES, University of Southampton, Email: xunger@soton.ac.uk
How to apply: An on-line application form (or hard copy version) with guidance notes can be accessed here: http://www.soton.ac.uk/ses/courses/pg/pgapply.html
Please read the notes carefully before applying. Applications will only be considered on receipt of a completed application form. Please send supporting documents by email, fax or post to the following address:
Julia Zimbler, Postgraduate Admissions, Graduate School Office, School of Engineering Sciences, Room 5013, Lanchester Building, University of Southampton, Highfield, Southampton, SO17 1BJ, UK.
Email: jfz@soton.ac.uk, Fax: +44 (0)23 8059 5167.
Please include a personal statement (~300 words) stating why you particularly want to do a PhD, why you think you are suited to a research degree and what particularly attracts you to this project.
Please also visit the SES homepage: www.ses.soton.ac.uk for further information about research groups, research programmes, details of funded opportunities, and studentships.
Ref: SES–71–055
A PhD studentship is now available in the Aerodynamics & Flight Mechanics Research Group (AFM), School of Engineering Sciences (SES), which fully covers University tuition fees (at EU/UK level**) and provides a tax-free bursary of £12,900 per year, rising annually in line with the UK Government (EPSRC) recommended rate, for a 3-year duration.
** EU/UK fees £3300 p.a., overseas fee £13,480 p.a. (all figures subject to increase).
Overseas applicants will be required to provide the fees difference of £10,180 from other sources.
The background of the project is related to airframe noise and aerodynamics, and the aim is to better understand the aerodynamics and aero-acoustics of large civil aircraft. The project can be either experimental and/or computational, depending on the background and qualification of the student. The successful applicant will have opportunities to use/develop advanced predictive methods and/or flow and noise control techniques and methodologies, e.g. plasma actuation, feedback control, etc. Possible areas of research include:
Plasma actuator design for flow and noise control:
This project will study the changes that plasma actuators introduce to a canonical turbulent boundary layer. The nature of the project is experimental and the main purpose is to verify computational results for suppressing wall turbulence and to change surface shear stress through plasma actuations. A background in electrical system design and physics will be an advantage.
Numerical model of plasma and fluid flow:
The numerical work will combine fluid flow and plasma modelling. The nature of the project is computational and the main purpose is to build a multidisciplinary model, through which to study flow control by plasma actuators. A background in computational modelling and physics will be an advantage.
Reduced order model development for flow control:
The project will firstly build a control model for high lift device noise by POD (Proper Orthogonal Decomposition) or similar techniques. Based on the control model, feedback control methods will be studied and a suitable one will be presented to attenuate aircraft noise. The nature of the project is analytic and control oriented. A background in control theory and flow control will be an advantage.
SES is a top 5* rated research school with an international reputation. The successful candidate will work with a group of highly motivated, first class research students in the areas of computational aeroacoustics, engine noise and airframe noise, race car aerodynamics and flow control. The project is supported by aeronautical and motor racing industries.
The School is a diverse community which is committed to creating an inclusive working and learning environment in which all individuals are equally treated and valued, and can achieve their potential. The School considers all studentship applications in relation to academic criteria and regardless of the individual's race, gender, or belief.
Entry requirements: The studentship is available to candidates with the equivalent of a first class or upper second class degree in relevant disciplines, e.g. mathematics, physics, aeronautics or engineering. The studentship is at the standard EPSRC (Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council) rate, commencing on 1 October 2008.
Closing date for applications: 30 May 2008.
If you wish to discuss any details of the project informally, please contact Dr Xun Huang, AFM Research Group, SES, University of Southampton, Email: xunger@soton.ac.uk
How to apply: An on-line application form (or hard copy version) with guidance notes can be accessed here: http://www.soton.ac.uk/ses/courses/pg/pgapply.html
Please read the notes carefully before applying. Applications will only be considered on receipt of a completed application form. Please send supporting documents by email, fax or post to the following address:
Julia Zimbler, Postgraduate Admissions, Graduate School Office, School of Engineering Sciences, Room 5013, Lanchester Building, University of Southampton, Highfield, Southampton, SO17 1BJ, UK.
Email: jfz@soton.ac.uk, Fax: +44 (0)23 8059 5167.
Please include a personal statement (~300 words) stating why you particularly want to do a PhD, why you think you are suited to a research degree and what particularly attracts you to this project.
Please also visit the SES homepage: www.ses.soton.ac.uk for further information about research groups, research programmes, details of funded opportunities, and studentships.
