Investigation of Shock Wave-Boundary Layer Interaction Phenomena
PhD Studentship
“Investigation of Shock Wave-Boundary Layer Interaction Phenomena”
Dr. H. Zare-Behtash
Project Description
The School of Engineering of the University of Glasgow is seeking a highly motivated graduate to undertake an exciting 3.5-year PhD project entitled ‘Investigation of Shock Wave–Boundary Layer Interaction Phenomena’ within the Aerospace Sciences Division.
Shock Wave–Boundary Layer Interactions (SBLIs) occur in a variety of applications ranging from the flow inside aircraft engines or the flow over aircraft wings, to the inlets of scramjets and ramjets. SBLIs can lead to severe adverse effects such as increased drag, structural fatigue, or reductions in aerodynamic or propulsive efficiency.
The aim of the project is to examine, using advanced and novel flow diagnostic techniques alongside numerical and theoretical tools, the interaction induced from shock wave–boundary layer interactions at various Mach numbers with the primary goal of controlling this phenomenon. The successful candidate will have access to the state-of-the-art wind tunnel and advanced diagnostic facilities at the University of Glasgow as well as the latest software packages. The project will involve the development and application of novel diagnostic tools, such as pressure-sensitive paints, and advanced flow control actuators as well as bringing together the theoretical tools to analyse and compare their performance.
The successful candidate will work in a research focussed environment and will develop a range of skills including experimental techniques, data analysis, wind tunnel test techniques, flow diagnostics equipment, programming in Matlab and LabView and well as the high level of communication skills required of a PhD candidate.
Candidates should have or expect to obtain a 1st or 2:1 in the field of Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering. A background in aerodynamics and/or computational fluid dynamics is preferred but not essential.
Funding
The studentship is supported by the School of Engineering, and it will cover home tuition fees and provide a stipend of £13,726 per annum for 3.5 years.
To be eligible for this funding, applicants must have ‘settled status’ in the United Kingdom and must have been ‘ordinarily resident’ for the past three years. EU nationals are generally eligible to receive a fees-only award.
It should be noted that other terms may also apply. For full details about eligibility please visit: http://www.epsrc.ac.uk/skills/students/help/Pages/eligibility.aspx
How to apply
Application for this scholarship is made by using the online system at the following link for admission as a postgraduate research student to the admission team in the Recruitment and International Office:
http://www.gla.ac.uk/research/opportunities/howtoapplyforaresearchdegree/
It should be noted that this application is to gain admission to our PGR programme with the decision on this being based on your academic achievements, and an offer of admission may be sent out before a decision on this Scholarship is made. Candidates applying for this Scholarship will have their applications further vetted as to acceptability to this Scholarship and will most likely have an interview/discussion with the supervisor before any decision is made
Contacts
For an informal discussion or for further information on this project, potential applicants are encouraged to contact: Dr. Hossein Zare-Behtash, Hossein.Zare-Behtash@glasgow.ac.uk.
Closing date – 17th February 2014.