Last application date Dec 20, 2024 00:00
Department TW08 - Department of Electromechanical, Systems and Metal Engineering
Contract Limited duration
Degree You hold a Master degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
Occupancy rate 100%
Vacancy type Research staff
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For the Department of Electromechanical, Systems and Metal Engineering we are looking for a m/f/x
Doctoral fellow
Context – The performance of industrial gearboxes often varies due to subtle manufacturing differences, lubricant property changes, assembly inconsistencies, and fluctuating operating conditions. These variations, even in gearboxes of the highest quality, can affect durability and NVH (Noise, Vibration, and Harshness) performance unless carefully mitigated. Traditional gear design approaches, governed by standards such as DIN 3990, ISO 6336, or AGMA 2001, fall short in addressing the impact of within-tolerance surface roughness, geometric deviations, and changes in lubricant properties. As a result, these factors significantly influence contact dynamics and overall gearbox performance.
To address these challenges, Ghent University, in collaboration with Flanders-Make and KULeuven, launched the research project Rolux. This project aims to develop innovative methodologies and simulation tools for designing robust, high-performance lubricated gearboxes. A central focus of the project is creating a precise yet computationally efficient Thermo-Elastohydrodynamic Lubrication (TEHL) solver for rough gear contacts using advanced modeling techniques.
Positions & Tasks - As a PhD candidate, you will lead the development of a highly reliable and computationally efficient code to simulate 2D/3D Thermo-Elastohydrodynamic Lubrication (TEHL) in lubricated contacts, particularly in gear meshes. Your work will involve implementing advanced discretization schemes and numerical algorithms to solve the complex, multi-physics problems of elastic deformation, fluid flow, and heat transport, all within a reduced-order modeling framework. The dual-use solver you create will function both as a standalone tool and as a plug-in for other software, maximizing computational efficiency through Parallel C/C++ implementation and leveraging existing scientific computing libraries (e.g., PetSC) and potential GPU acceleration.
To apply, please complete the application form https://forms.gle/K4SKFELEpEeWSZ9J6 before December 20th, 2024. Only applications with all required fields correctly filled will be considered.
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