PhD on Numerical Simulation of Composite Hydrogen Tanks
Conduct a 4-year PhD focused on the finite element modeling and design of pressurized composite hydrogen storage tanks.
Best for:Best for master's graduates in engineering with a strong background in computational mechanics and finite element analysis.
Overview
Ghent University offers a four-year fully-funded PhD position centered on the finite element modeling and design of pressurized composite hydrogen storage tanks for automotive and infrastructure applications. Working within the Mechanics of Materials and Structures research group, the successful candidate will collaborate closely with leading industrial partners in a dynamic team environment. The research involves analyzing structural performance under various operational conditions such as pressurization, depletion, and thermomechanical loads. The position provides access to advanced numerical facilities, high-performance computing resources, and opportunities to publish in international journals and attend conferences.
What you'll do
- Develop finite element models for pressurized composite hydrogen storage tanks under various operational conditions.
- Investigate structural behavior under pressurization, depletion, and thermomechanical loads.
- Collaborate closely with industrial partners from the automotive sector on applied composite solutions.
- Work jointly with doctoral and postdoctoral colleagues within the research group to form a cohesive team.
- Disseminate research findings through presentations at international conferences and publications in peer-reviewed journals.
Requirements
Degree required: Master degree in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Computational Mechanics, Biomedical Engineering, or similar
Degree offered: PhD
Language: Good knowledge of English writing and speaking
Instruction: English
Publications: Encouraged to publish results in peer-reviewed international journals
- Strong background in mechanics of materials
- Familiarity with experimental or computational techniques
- Strong interest in computational mechanics of composite materials
- Enthusiasm for collaborative research bridging industry and academia
- Applicants must hold a relevant Master degree
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: N/A · open until filled
Prepare a detailed Curriculum Vitae including personal details, educational background, master thesis subject, transcripts, work experience, and references. Submit the application directly by email to Prof. Wim Van Paepegem.
- CV
- BSc transcripts
- MSc transcripts
Contact
Wim Van Paepegem· Professor
+32-(0)9-331.04.32
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