Through Rolls-Royce plc with the UK Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council  (EPSRC) an exciting CFD (computational Fluid Dynamics) project is being funded in the Aerospace area. The project involves the application of the full range of core techniques in CFD, these being as follows: meshing, design optimization, aerodynamics, heat transfer and turbulence modelling.  The latter includes advanced techniques such as performing eddy-resolving simulations like large eddy simulation (LES).

The project has a specific focus, being aimed at using CFD to improve experimental measurements.  For the study of aeroengine performance it is critical to understand the temperature distribution in the very hostile turbine environment just downstream of the combustor and also other zones including the bypass duct. The elevated temperatures in this zone and high flow speeds mean that bulky intrusive probes are required. The project seeks to understand, using modern CFD techniques, the flow interference caused by these probes, their general performance and based on this, to optimize their design.

It is expected that the successful applicant will spend a substantial amount of time at Rolls-Royce plc. The applicant will receive an annual stipend of £19057 (5 K above the standard EPSRC rate) with substantial travel funds for conference attendance etc.

For informal enquiries please contact Wendy Raymond: wr254<στο>cam.ac.uk. To gain an idea of the potential nature and level of the work please go to: http://www-diva.eng.cam.ac.uk/directory/pgt23@cam.ac.uk.

Due to funding restrictions, only UK students are eligible for a full scholarship for 3.5 years. EU students may be eligible for university fees only. Further information about EPSRC icase is available at:http://www.epsrc.ac.uk/skills/students/coll/icase/intro/.

Applications should be made on-line via the Cambridge Graduate Admissions Office before the deadline: http://www.admin.cam.ac.uk/students/gradadmissions/prospec/apply/

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