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Queen’s University Belfast
QUB- Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering PhD Project
2016-2017
Title: A simulation testbed for the laser ablation
of titanium alloys
Ad No: 69983
Jobs.ac.uk
13.04.16
£229.00
Approval Deadline: ASAP
Project description:
LASERS are the backbones of present day innovative engineering applications. Ranging from eye surgery to
manipulation of coatings and surfaces for biomedical implants and aerospace structures or for the creation of smart
materials or nano materials, their application is widespread. The current capability to simulate LASER processes
is constrained by the underlying physics and there exist some significant gaps in numerical simulation and
real-world applications.
The ultimate aim of this project is to improve the laser simulation capability using numerical modelling. This will
be accomplished by developing a simple model of laser ablation of titanium metal as a testbed study to support the
idea that an ablation process can be predicted and that the damage occurring due to local heating can be controlled.
An understanding of this will directly contribute to the medical sciences by improving the means of carrying out
laser surgery and allow the design to be cost-effective for bio-medical implants which are widely manufactured using
titanium alloys.
On this project, the student will have a unique opportunity to gain familiarity with a new scientific simulation tool
known as “Molecular Dynamics” simulations and high performance scientific computing on local and national
facilities”. Furthermore, the project will be undertaken in partnership between the “School of Mechanical and
Aerospace Engineering” as well as the “School of Maths and Physics” and will carry immense scientific and
industrial importance covering all theoretical and practical aspects in the simulation.
This unique fully-funded studentship supports the UK/EU students to shape the future of simulation capabilities.
During the research stage, the student will have a chance to work with key players and be part of the research team
developing new simulation tool to extend the existing knowledge in this area. Ranked first in Northern Ireland
and 8th in the UK, QUB, offers this unique opportunity to those who aim to build their career in the direction of
analytical modelling skills or who prefer working remotely.
Requirements
This DEL studentship covers the full tuition fees and includes a fixed yearly stipend of GBP £14,000 per annum for
up to 3 years. In addition to this, the student will have an opportunity to undertake teaching and demonstration duties
to earn a further £1,500 GBP per annum. Applicants with either engineering or theoretical physics or mathematics
background, holding or expecting MEng 2.1 Hons degree (or equivalent) and having interest in analytical modelling
are very welcome to apply. Candidates should be able to demonstrate that they are highly motivated, have excellent
communication skills and undertake challenging tasks using their own initiative.
Applications are invited to be made electronically through the Queen’s online application
portal, at http://go.qub.ac.uk/pgapply.
Key transferable skills that will be developed during the PhD:
This research project will enable the successful student to acquire valuable experience for potential employment in
high-tech manufacturing industries by acquiring state-of-the-art knowledge on process modelling and advanced skills
in modelling and simulation tools. Additionally, the candidate will travel round the world to present the results at
high level conferences
First/Lead Supervisor and their contact details
Dr Saurav Goel , Tel: +44 (0)28 9097 5625, Email s.goel@qub.ac.uk
Second Supervisor and their contact details:
Dr. Lorenzo Stella (Maths and Physics), L.stella@qub.ac.uk
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