Research Associate or Senior Research Associate in Active Tendon Morphing Rotor Blades
- Employer
- Global Academy Jobs
- Location
- United Kingdom
- Closing date
- Jul 10, 2017
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- Sector
- Science, Physical Sciences and Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Physics, Chemistry
- Hours
- Full Time
- Organization Type
- University and College
- Jobseeker Type
- Academic (e.g. 'Lecturer')
Job Details
You will be responsible for the development of analytical/numerical models for dynamic and aeroelastic analyses of blades with integrated active tendons. Additionally, an extensive experimental program involving mechanical system design and blade-tendon integration studies as well as benchtop and whirl tower dynamic testing will be performed. This work will build off existing models and ongoing research to increase the fidelity of the methods used, the depth of understanding, and the achievable performance of the concept.
The successful candidate will work closely with Dr. Brano Titurus, project partners, and a team of SABRE researchers at Bristol, will attend project meetings hosted by the partners (in Italy, Germany, and The Netherlands) and will contribute to project deliverables and dissemination activities. There is also the opportunity to provide supervision of summer interns and undergraduate student projects and mentorship of PhD students.
Informal enquiries about this position can be made to:
Dr Brano Titurus, Senior Lecturer in Aerospace Dynamics
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