PhD Studentship: Next generation additive manufacturing using laser diode area melting

A funded PhD Studentship (UK/EU only) is available for research into next-generation additive manufacturing processes based on a new method for selective laser melting. The approach, pioneered in Sheffield, is based on diode area melting using multiple architectural arrays of relatively low power laser diodes for efficient, scalable, high-speed parallel processing of metallic powder feedstock and the creation of 3D net-shape components.

The successful applicant will gain expertise in the design and customisation of optoelectronic modules, integrated optics, and materials processing. The Studentship will be based within the Dept. of Electronic and Electrical Engineering (EEE) , which is currently host to the EPSRC National Centre for III-V Technologies, offering a world-class facility for the growth and fabrication of a range of semiconductor materials and devices and an extensive range of optoelectronic characterisation facilities. Furthermore, since the project is a joint venture between colleagues in EEE and in the Advanced Additive Manufacturing Centre in the Dept of Mechanical Engineering, a broader skillset will be developed, with the student engaged in materials processing and metallurgy.

Funding Notes

Funding is available for UK and EU students only. Awards for UK students cover tuition fees and a maintenance allowance for the project duration. EU applicants who have been resident in the UK for at least 3 years immediately preceding the start of their course are eligible for awards that cover tuition fees and provide a maintenance allowance. EU applicants that do not meet this residency criteria are eligible for a fees-only award.