PhD Scholarship: Computational Analysis of 3D Structural Damage and FailureFederation University Australia – Mount Helen VIC
PhD Scholarships: Computational MultiPhysics Analysis of 3D Structural Damage and Failure
Federation University is pleased to offer an Australian Research Council funded PhD scholarship in MultiPhysics.
Scholarship details Stipend: $32,212 per annum
Project support: $2,000 per annum
RTP Fee-offset Scholarship / Tuition Fee Scholarship: $24,780 per annum covered
Funding length: 3 years (only, no extensions permitted)
Location: Mount Helen, Ballarat
Eligibility Scholarship applicants must be eligible to undertake a PhD. Verify you can meet eligibility requirements outlined on the Graduate Research School website. If you are applying for 'Honours equivalence,' please ensure that you provide detailed information to support your case.
Applicants must possess the following knowledge, skills and experience:
Development of numerical methods for application in computational structural analysis, e.g., finite element method, meshless method, boundary element method, scaled boundary finite element method.Programming numerical methods for computational structural analysis. Familiarity with Matlab, Python, C++ will be required.Applicants can demonstrate knowledge, skills and experience in their application in the units completed in undergraduate/postgraduate degrees, thesis, publications or internships.
Applications will be accepted from Australia & NZ citizens, permanent residents, and international applicants.
Applicants should contact Associate Professor Ooi Ean Tat prior to submitting an application.
Application closing date: 30 September 2024 How to apply: Applicants must submit their application with all necessary documents by completing the HDR Candidature application.
Commencement date: To be negotiated Research project details Project title: Computational MultiPhysics Analysis of 3D Structural Damage and Failure Engineered structures e.g. buildings, pipelines, transport infrastructure, and commercial hubs form the backbone of economic prosperity and community safety in modern society. These structures play a critical role in ensuring the smooth functioning of various communal systems. Their continued operation is essential for the progress of society.
Physical changes resulting from climate change, such as more frequent extreme weather events and shifts in temperature and precipitation patterns, pose significant risks to the reliability of structures. Such types of phenomena can cause damage and even failure, leading to unplanned capital and operational expenditure. This undermines the long-term reliability of structures, which can have significant implications for the economy and the community's safety. Thus, it is vital to invest in initiatives and develop capabilities that can help to mitigate the impact of climate change on engineered structures.
Climate resilience and adaptation of structures are vital for sustainable structural engineering. The design, strategic planning and management of structures must account for damage and failure from both mechanical loadings and Multiphysics processes. The latter involves a structure's interaction with the environment e.g. temperature and precipitation. The analysis of these complex phenomena requires the application of advanced computer modelling techniques.
This research aims to develop innovative and rational techniques for 3D MultiPhysics modelling of structural damage and failure based on an advanced numerical method viz., the scaled boundary finite element method (SBFEM). This truly-adaptive approach is capable of automatically selecting appropriate models to represent the damage zone and adjusting the mesh to evolving 3D failure surfaces. The outcome of the research is a technique for engineering analysis that enables rational assessment and improved due diligence in the risk management of structural damage and failure over an asset's entire life-cycle, from design to operation. Ultimately, this will reduce operational vulnerability and improve the reliability and safety of structural systems.
Supervisors: Principal Supervisor: Associate Professor Ooi Ean Tat
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Associate and Co-Supervisors: To be confirmed How to apply Some industry scholarships have expression of interest forms that must be submitted along with your candidature application. Please ensure you read the scholarship information carefully and complete all steps.
Directions on how to apply are available at Apply - Higher Degrees by Research. Please include the name of the scholarship for which you are applying on the Admission Form. All applicants should check their eligibility prior to applying.
Applications should include all relevant supporting documentation and Federation University must receive completed referee report forms by the scholarship closing date. As part of their application, prospective Higher Degree by Research applicants are also required to provide:
Transcripts of all tertiary level academic studyAustralian citizens must provide a copy of their birth certificate or passportPermanent Residents must provide a copy of their visa and passportList of published work with URL links and/or copy of each publicationCopy of honours or masters thesis abstractEvidence for Australian honours equivalency, if applicable.Any awards or accoladesAny other evidence of research performance #J-18808-Ljbffr