There is an open PhD position (self-funded) available in the Centre for Energy Engineering of ÂãÁÄÖ±²¥ in United Kingdom. This doctoral research vacancy is about the development of the novel hydrogen storage tanks with porous/cellular metamaterial cores. Application of this research will be in the energy supply for the transportation and home systems. You need to have an interest to develop novel materials for sustainable and renewable green energy systems. Furthermore, a good understanding of the design of engineering design will be required.
The design of suitable hydrogen storage tanks for airplanes and cars, is a real challenge. The geometrical limitations and expected performance are two factors which should be addressed. This project will develop very novel hydrogen storage tank with porous metamaterial core for transportation applications which revolutionize the Hydrogen storage by incorporating of materials innovations to support hydrogen’s role in the energy transition, including production, storage, and transport.
An architected metamaterial cellular core with coating will be designed to store the hydrogen in room temperature. The idea is to enhance the mechanical strength of the hydrogen storage against the internal pressure, external impacts, and the leakage. Non-symmetrical geometries will be considered for the hydrogen storage tank to make it suitable for the transportation applications where the symmetrical storage tanks have limited fitting capabilities.
ÂãÁÄÖ±²¥ UK is a postgraduate university known for its industrial collaborative research and development projects. Cranfield's distinctive expertise is its deep understanding of technology and management and how this work together to benefit the world. Cranfield education portfolio is renowned for its relevance to business and industry. Cranfield work informs government policy and leads the way in producing cutting edge new technologies and products in partnership with industry. Cranfield Manufacturing and Materials is following an ambitious strategy by developing a roadmap for a Sustainable Manufacturing Sector for 2050.
The result of this doctoral research will provide novel designs for the hydrogen storage tanks in the transportation and portable applications.
You will involve in ongoing top research on the mechanical metamaterials for energy applications where you can develop the border of the knowledge in this field. Furthermore, you will work with a team of experts and researchers which are internationally recognized for their excellence in research.
You are emerging in the area of metamaterials design for energy systems and will be able to shape the future of the hydrogen storage systems This is an extraordinary opportunity to develop yourself and become a future pioneer of this field.
At a glance
- Application deadline27 Nov 2024
- Award type(s)PhD
- Start date02 Jun 2025
- Duration of award3 years
- EligibilityUK, Rest of world
- Reference numberSWEE0266
Supervisor
Entry requirements
Applicants should have a first or second class UK honours degree or equivalent in a related discipline. This project would suit Someone with general background in mechanical or materials engineering.Funding
This studentship is self funded.
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Our equal opportunities and diversity monitoring has shown that women and minority ethnic groups are currently underrepresented within the university and so we actively encourage applications from eligible candidates from these groups.
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How to apply
For further information please contact: Deputy Director of Advanced Mechanical Engineering Course
Name: Dr Mostafa Ranjbar
Email: mostafa.ranjbar@cranfield.ac.uk
Phone: 00441234754117
If you are eligible to apply for this studentship, please complete the stating reference number: SWEE0266
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