ForWind Hannover and the Institute of Structural Analysis at the Leibniz University Hannover invites applications for the position of a
Research Associate/Ph.D. Candidate (m/f/d) on the topic of “Multi-scale strain energy-based fatigue damage modelling of fibre reinforced polymers” (Salary Scale 13 TV-L, 100%)
to be filled by August 2024. The position is initially limited to 3 years, with the possibility of extension. A doctorate within the framework of the advertised position is certainly desired.
The topic
Continuous fiber-reinforced polymers (FRP) hold high potential to satisfy the requirements of industries such as aviation, marine systems and wind energy regarding high structural loads at minimum weight. They enable renewable energy from wind, sustainable, energy-efficient aviation and resource-efficient buildings. The prediction and understanding of their fatigue behaviour under operational loads are highly relevant topics in theoretical and applied research. In recent years, several fatigue damage models for FRP have already been presented.
Most models require a large amount of experimental input for proper calibration. The need for costly and time-consuming experiments is not only due to the mechanical complexity of the fatigue damage process of composite materials, but also because many models have to compensate for a conceptual lack of physical consistency. In this ambitious project, we minimize the experimental effort with a multi-scale simulation approach to propose a fatigue damage model for FRP based on a new energy metric.
Tasks
The position offers an interesting research challenge in a DFG (German Research Foundation) funded project at the interface of fundamental and applied research in close collaboration with a renowned research institution. The successful candidate will work on extending the state of the art regarding the fatigue damage modelling of fiber-reinforced polymers.
Employment conditions
Formal requirements include a scientific university degree (master-level) in engineering or related fields. You will be provided with counsel and support, however, the ability for self motivated and independent work is essential. Good English and basic German language skills are required.
This task requires a profound background in computational mechanics and mechanics of materials. Knowledge concerning technical aspects of composites and practical engineering skills are beneficial. Willingness to support teaching activities is expected.
Information and application
Further inquiries may be directed to Prof. Dr.-lng. habil. R. Rolfes (Email: r.rolfes@isd.uni hannover.de) and Dr.-lng. Sven Scheffler (Email: s.scheffler@isd.uni-hannover.de). Further information can be found on our website at: https://www.isd.uni-hannover.de/en/
Applications should include a curriculum vitae and the usual transcripts and certificates. All documents should be merged into a single PDF file.
Please submit applications includ ing the above-mentioned documents by July 9, 2024 concerning the internal code ‘position 142’ in the electronic form to:
Email: bewerbung@isd.uni-han nover.de or alternatively via postal mail to:
Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz Universität Hannover
Institut für Statik und Dynamik
Appelstr. 9A
30167 Hannover
