Start Date: By 31^st September
Eligibility: UK, EU, Overseas
Duration of award: 3 years 
Supervisor: 
Professor Phil Webb – Head, Centre for Advanced Systems

Supported by GKN Aerospace - a studentship of up to £20,000 p.a. for 3 years, plus UK/EU fees is available* http://www.google.co.uk/url?sa=i&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&frm=1&source=images&cd=&cad=rja&docid=fPo9b1GZ4NXx2M&tbnid=JldUPKe84aU1cM:&ved=0CAUQjRw&url=http://mfym.org.uk/2013/05/01/breakfast-with-boris/&ei=5OazUvOkCdTu0gXFy4DoAQ&bvm=bv.58187178,d.d2k&psig=AFQjCNHH2yvJY2T4QfbcuJc7ubi5xfUFEg&ust=1387607620227815 http://www.google.co.uk/url?sa=i&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&frm=1&source=images&cd=&cad=rja&docid=fPo9b1GZ4NXx2M&tbnid=JldUPKe84aU1cM:&ved=0CAUQjRw&url=http://mfym.org.uk/2013/05/01/breakfast-with-boris/&ei=5OazUvOkCdTu0gXFy4DoAQ&bvm=bv.58187178,d.d2k&psig=AFQjCNHH2yvJY2T4QfbcuJc7ubi5xfUFEg&ust=1387607620227815

Cranfield University and GKN Aerospace have formed a collaboration to develop new technologies and methodologies for manufacturing aerospace subassemblies.

The conventional manufacturing processes for aerospace subassemblies are currently limited by the available material joining methods, GKN Aerospace now wishes to move beyond this and explore how break-through assembly technologies could be introduced in the aerospace industry and implemented within a GKN factory.  The proposed research would seek to identify and develop technologies that can significantly reduce the number of mechanical fasteners on aircraft including near net shape manufacture, advanced welding processes and adhesive bonding.

GKN Aerospace and Cranfield are seeking a highly motivated graduate to join the team and undertake this research. The successful student would be permanently placed within GKN’s facility in Filton near Bristol providing them with a unique opportunity to obtain both a high level academic qualification and industrial experience.

Entry requirements:

Applicants should have a First or Upper Second Class UK Honours degree (or equivalent) or MSc in a relevant discipline such as mechanical / aerospace engineering, manufacturing / Industrial engineering, or other relevant engineering disciplines.

Funding:

*This studentship will cover the tuition fees at the UK/EU rate only and provide a tax free stipend of up to £20,000 p.a. for three years dependent upon qualifications and experience.

How to apply:

If you are eligible to apply for this research studentship, please complete the online application form at:

For further information please contact:

School of Aerospace, Transport and Manufacturing

Centre for Advanced Systems

T: +44 (0)1234 758223 

E: R.Wiseman@cranfield.ac.uk

Keywords:

Automation, Aerospace Manufacturing, Assembly

Theme:

Aerospace

Centre:

Advanced Systems