Post-Doc position in Experimental measurement and data analysis of composites self heating behaviour under vibration fatigue...

Post-Doc position in Experimental measurement and data analysis of composites self heating behaviour under vibration fatigue...
Post-Doc position in Experimental measurement and data analysis of composites self heating behaviour under vibration fatigue...

Published	Deadline	Location
today	31 Dec	Enschede

Job description
The research group of Applied Mechanics and Data Analysis at the University of Twente has an opening for a full-time Post-Doc position, 18 months, within the project D-STANDART: DURABILITY MODELLING OF COMPOSITE STRUCTURES WITH ARBITRARY LAY-UP USING STANDARDISED TESTING AND ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE. The successful candidate will work under the supervision of the project's PI, Dr. Dario Di Maio.
The challenge
Advanced composite manufacturing is becoming crucial in the global sustainable drive for a climate-neutral future as enabler of light-weight structures in, for example, the aerospace and wind energy sector. Their increased relevance has raised the importance of damage tolerance and durability of composite structures, currently dealt with time-consuming and inaccurate techniques. Hence, the objective of D-STANDART is to develop fast and efficient methods to model the durability of large-scale composite structures with arbitrary lay-ups under realistic conditions (loads, environment). New test methodologies will be developed using generic specimens to accurately quantify material parameters that determine the durability of composites under cyclical loading. Data from material characterisation will be used in high-fidelity models to simulate defect growth in various lay-ups and at various scales as a function of the magnitudes and rates of the cyclical loading. To apply these models in an industrial design environment, D-STANDART will make use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) surrogate models, trained using test data from the project and historical test data to easily adapt to different design parameters and complex lay-ups. Thereby accelerating the development, uptake, and commercialisation of advanced components in the industry. Two use cases have been selected to validate the modelled durability performance both in the aerospace and renewable energy sectors. Furthermore, circularity and sustainability will be assessed via dedicated life-cycle assessment, life cycle costing and cost-benefit analysis. This 36-month €5.6M valued action involves, 9 partners (3 universities, 2 RTOs, 2 industry, and 2 SMEs) from four countries (United Kingdom, The Netherlands, Germany, and France). The consortium will be supported by an Advisory Board formed of 6 End users embracing the value chain to validate the requirements, guide on relevant approach to certification, and finally support results uptake, in tight alignment with EMCC.
Job description
The successful candidate will work on a challenging multiphysics environment combining test and analysis of composite subjected to vibration fatigue tests. One of the objectives of the consortium is to increase the rate of the mechanical fatigue tests, without compromising the material behaviour because of the self-heating behaviour. Therefore, the goal is to carry out extensive experimental campaigns for evaluating self-heating parameters of composites undergoing vibration fatigue. The use of vibrations will allow gathering very large data sets in a much shorter time than the standard mechanical tests. The challenge will be to discriminate the material fatigue behaviour from the effects of self-heating behaviour. Therefore, advanced data analysis will be carried out alongside the vibration fatigue testing. The vibration fatigue tests will be carried out by using methods developed by the PI. Applicants are expected to be, at the least, strong on structures & dynamics or materials & dynamics.
Specifications

• 38—40 hours per week
• €3557—€5439 per month
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University of Twente (UT)

Requirements

• A PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or Applied Physics.
• Proficient in written and oral English.
• Strong, proven programming skills in Matlab or Python and LabVIEW.
• The ability to perform mechanical experiments, in particular vibration tests.
• A high degree of responsibility and independence, able to collaborate with colleagues, researchers, and other university staff.
• Experience with finite element analysis would further strengthen the application.

Conditions of employment
The UT provides a dynamic and international environment, combining the benefits of academic research with a topic of high industrial relevance, excellent working conditions, an exciting scientific environment, and a green and lively campus. We offer:

• A full-time 18 months position;
• Excellent mentorship in a stimulating research environment with excellent facilities;
• An offer for a personal development program within the Twente Graduate School;
• A salary between € 3.557 and € 5.439 gross per month, depending on experience and qualifications;
• A holiday allowance of 8% of the gross annual salary, and a year-end bonus of 8.3%;
• A minimum of 29 holidays per year in case of full-time employment;
• Full status as an employee at the UT, including pension and health care benefits;

Additional information
Please submit your application before December the 31st, 2022 using the "Apply now" button, and include:

• A cover letter of at most 1 page A4, explaining specific interests, the motivation for the application, and why you qualify for this project.
• A full Curriculum Vitae, including contact information for at least two academic references.

Additional information about this position can be acquired from Dr. Dario Di Maio ([email protected]). Interviews will be held following the submission closure.
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