30 Design PhD positions at Cranfield University

Development of a Design Synthesis Methodology Appropriate to the Conceptual Design of 6th Generation Combat Aircraft PhD

This PhD topic relates tool development appropriate to the conceptual design of 6th generation combat aircraft. The research will explore relevant feature modelling and progress to explore

Design and Assessment of Carbon Fibre Composite Joints PhD

. Currently a design solution is to increase the thickness (and therefore the weight) of CFRP at joints. The adhesive joint can be a better option when a good joint can be manufactured reliably. However

Generative AI for the Next Generation of Manufacturing Automation Systems PhD

systems enables effective digitalisation and automation transition. This project aims to build a generative AI model and algorithm for optimising manufacturing systems’ engineering design and processes

Understanding pathogen reduction mechanism(s) in vermifilter ‘Tiger’ toilets - PhD

: biological engineering reactor design, molecular microbiology, molecular ecology and bioinformatics. You will also have the opportunity to attend conferences. Cranfield University is a specialist postgraduate

Investigate sub surface damage and its impact on structural dynamic behaviour PhD

. The manufacturing capability is world leading and combines a multi-disciplinary approach that integrates design, technology and management expertise. We link fundamental materials research with manufacturing

Aero-Engine Nacelle Aerodynamics And Optimisation PhD

This is a full funded PhD (fees and bursary) in propulsion system aerodynamics in collaboration with Rolls-Royce and EPSRC. The focus of the research is on the aerodynamic design and optimisation

Future Aircraft Communications and Data Management for Flight Dynamics Predications PhD

connectivity and flight dynamics, incorporating Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) to develop innovative prediction mechanisms. The primary goal of this project is to design advanced

Integrated indicators of ecological health for rivers based on riverbed biofilms - PhD

the impacts of water quality pressures, hydromorphological alteration, and ecological degradation. In partnership with key stakeholders, you will design a field survey, collect samples of riverbed biofilms

Developing Ontologies for Digital Engineering and Manufacturing PhD

assessing interoperability levels by means of designing and applying a new process to identify metrics for interoperability measurement, and also define thresholds for a minimum required interoperability

Nanobubble technology for upgrading conventional water treatment - PhD

Environment Plan’ highlights the need for technology innovations to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of water treatment processes. This study aims to develop and assess how nanobubble technology can be