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Variability and characterisation of recycled composites and reclaimed constituents // -
Réf ABG-125909ADUM-58986
Sujet de Thèse
20/09/2024
Mines Paris-PSLLieu de travail
EVRY - France
Intitulé du sujet
Variability and characterisation of recycled composites and reclaimed constituents // -
Champs scientifiques
- Electronique
carbon fibres, in-situ characterisation, damage mechanisms, modelling
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Description du sujet
In the last decade, lightweight fibre-reinforced composites have allowed the sustainable development of modern society by, for example, enabling more efficient wind turbines and making our vehicles lighter. Unfortunately, these materials are challenging to recycle: most composite parts are still incinerated or landfilled, two very polluting practices.
The Fib Re Loop project is a Marie Sklodowska-Curie (MSCA) Doctoral Network that aims to promote the industrial implementation of circular economy strategies for composites. Fourteen doctoral candidates will be trained to tackle the recycling of a composite part all the way to the design and production of new recycled components.The topics include the evaluation, enhancement, and development of current and new recycling technologies; the experimental assessment of the behaviour of the recycled materials; the development of material models and design approaches for recycled composites and parts; and the implementation of recycled composites and circular economic practices into real-life industrial cases.
Fib Re Loop involves 18 European universities and companies.
Applications are invited for fourteen Ph D positions in the field of recycling of composites, leading to the award of a Ph D degree. The recruited researchers will be trained for 3 years to become interdisciplinary and multi-talented experts.They will develop advanced simulation tools to predict optimal microstructures for recycled composites, manufacture these microstructures and then verify them in industrial applications. The researchers will have a unique opportunity to be trained by world-leading experts in cutting-edge technologies, supported by a strong network and extensive industry participation.
Please note that some of the positions are hosted by an industrial partner. In this case, the researcher will also be enrolled in a Ph D program at a university.- Début de la thèse : 01/10/2024
Nature du financement
Précisions sur le financement
Programmes de l'Union Européenne de financement de la recherche (ERC, ERASMUS)
Présentation établissement et labo d'accueil
Mines Paris-PSL
Etablissement délivrant le doctorat
Mines Paris-PSL
Ecole doctorale
621 ISMME - Ingénierie des Systèmes, Matériaux, Mécanique, Énergétique
Profil du candidat- Typical profile for a thesis at MINES Paris Tech: Engineer and / or Master of Science
- Good level of general and scientific culture.
Good level of knowledge of French (B2 level in french is required) and English.
(B2 level in english is required) Good analytical, synthesis, innovation and communication skills.Qualities of adaptability and creativity.
Teaching skills.
Motivation for research activity.
Coherent professional project.
Prerequisite (specific skills for this thesis): The work requires a strong background in materials science, composite mechanics and/or soldid mechanics as well as a mindset for personal development.
This project has a primarily experimental component, but data processing requires theoretical skills in statistics and data analysis.
It is therefore essential that applicants are interested in such a combination.
Proficiency in a programming language such as Matlab, Python or R is highly desirable.
During the appointment, two secondments are planned:- 2 months to Fibereuse Tech (Italy) – to obtain recycled fibres via High Voltage Fragmentation.
- 2 months to Politecnico di Milano (Italy) – to obtain recycled fibres via microwave-assisted processes.
A good candidate should be an enthusiastic and self-motivated person with an attitude towards personal development.
The candidate should meet the requirements for enrolment in a doctoral programme at Mines Paris – PSL University.This means having at least a B2 level of English and He/she has obtained (or is about to obtain) good grades for a master degree in Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Aeronautics, or similar.
Eligible applications will be assessed on the applicant's (1) academic qualifications, (2) technical skills, (3) background on modelling, (4) communication skills, and (5) motivation for the project.
PSL University has an equal opportunities and diversity policy, and we welcome applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds.
The post is supported by an allowance provided by the European Commission.
The EU Researcher Allowances will be used to cover both the employee's as the employer's mandatory charges.
The fellows are assigned full-time with a Ph D scholarship with full social security.
To be eligible for this grant: 1.You do not have a Ph D degree yet at the start of your assignment.
- You must not have resided or carried out their main activity (work, studies, etc.) in the country of the recruiting beneficiary (France) for more than 12 months in the 36 months immediately before their date of recruitment.
This means that your nationality is not relevant for your eligibility.
Applicants should supply the following:- a detailed resume
- a copy of the identity card or passport
- a covering letter explaining the applicant's motivation for the position
- detailed exam results
- two references : the name and contact details of at least two people who could be contacted
- to provide an appreciation of the candidate
- Your notes of M1, M2
- level of English equivalent TOEIC The cover letter should clearly indicate for which Fib Re Loop position(s) you are applying, as it is possible to apply for multiple.
We kindly ask you not to include a photograph in your CV or cover letter.
We are committed to equal opportunities, and by removing these details, it helps us to evaluate people on their skills and experience instead of factors that can lead to unconsciously biased decisions.Based on the resumé and cover letter, we will invite shortlisted applicants for an interview.
This will be held online via Zoom.
The interview will consist of three parts and last for about 1.5 hours in total: 1.
You will be asked to prepare a small task beforehand and present your approach to the task.- You will present a paper relevant to the Ph D topic, and assess its strengths and weaknesses.
- We will ask for clarifications about your background and gauge your motivation and skills.
Date limite de candidature
31/10/2024