EDEM Drag Force Model Investigation of Predict Pick-up Efficiency of Gravel

Applications are invited for one full-time PhD Studentship within Brunel Design School research and PhD programmes | Brunel University London funded by Bucher Municipal Ltd. Industrial partner and Brunel University London. The PhD studentship is for a period of three (3) years effective 1 October 2024. The successful applicant will receive an annual stipend (bursary) of £ 20,662 and the annual full-time tuition fee will be charged direct to the College.

The proposed project aims to investigate the experimental and EDEM drag force model in order to accurately predict the pick-up efficiency of gravels. By conducting a series of experiments and analysing the data obtained, it intends to assess the validity and reliability of the EDEM drag force model. This will involve comparing the predicted pick-up efficiency of gravels using the EDEM model with the actual experimental results. Through this investigation, it used to enhance the understanding of the underlying mechanisms governing gravel pick-up and improve the predictive capabilities of the EDEM drag force model.

Skills/Experience required:

Excellent organisational, interpersonal and communication skills, along with a stated interest in drag force model and fluid mechanics research are essential.

Experience/background in solid mechanics, CFD, EDEM, and experimental skills would be desirable.

Informal enquires may be addressed to Dr Liang Li by email to Liang.Li@brunel.ac.uk

Eligibility

Applicants will have or be expected to receive a minimum 2:1 or 1^st class degree in industrial design engineering, mechanical engineering or a related engineering discipline. A Masters qualification is an advantage but not essential. This position is open to worldwide candidates

How to apply

Please e-mail your application comprising of all the documents listed below in ONE PDF file to

cedps-pgr-office@brunel.ac.uk by noon on 1 May 2024:

Your up-to-date CV;
A research statement of 500-1,000 words setting out your project ideas;
A one A4 page personal statement setting out why you are a suitable candidate (i.e.: your skills and experience);
A copy of your degree certificate(s) and full transcript (s);
Names and contact details for two academic referees;
Evidence of English language capability to IELTS 6.5 (minimum 6.0 in all sections), if applicable.

Interviews will take place during early February 2024.

Meet the Supervisor(s)

Liang Li - Dr Liang Li is a Lecturer in Mechanical and Design Engineering. He obtained his PhD degree in Mechanical Engineering at Brunel University London. After completion of his PhD degree, he became a research assistant and lecturer at Brunel University London and University of Hertfordshire. He joined Brunel University London as lecturer since May 2023. His main research interest is in energy conversion technology systems and heat exchanger design.

Related Research Group(s)

Design and Manufacturing - Developing products, services and manufacturing processes that will deliver economically and environmentally sustainable solutions, based on design principles derived from an understanding of human capabilities and limitations.

Design for Sustainability - We focus on developing the theory and practice required to design solutions that foster environmental, socio-ethical and economic sustainability in areas ranging from materials and manufacturing to products, services, business models, bottom-up initiatives and socio-technical systems.