PhD Studentship at Loughborough University - Platform hydrodynamics of integrated wind and wave energy convertersAre you an application-oriented person, who is keen to use mathematics to solve complex real-life problems? Are you interested in developing renewable energy applications in ocean engineering? Then this project will give you the fantastic opportunity to work in partnership with Ocean Grazer, the developers of a new hybrid, modular and scalable energy capture and storage device. You will join a vibrant team of researchers working in a multidisciplinary environment across applied mathematics, ocean wave dynamics and ocean renewable energy led by Dr Emiliano Renzi.

The goal of this project is to develop a theoretical understanding of the flow through and around the Ocean Grazer integrated wind-and-wave energy converter. Supervised by Dr Renzi, you will develop new mathematical models to understand the hydrodynamics of the large platform upon which the wind turbine, the floating wave energy absorbers and the submerged storage units are installed. Understanding wave propagation around and impact on the platform is of vital importance to quantify the design loads of the entire structure. Therefore, your work will inform key decisions of the Ocean Grazer engineering team.

Note: Due to funding restrictions, this Studentship is only available to those who are eligible to pay UK/EU fees. To qualify for a full award, all applicants must meet the EPSRC eligibility criteria including the minimum UK residency requirement. 

More info: http://www.lboro.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/research-degrees/funded/wave-energy-converters/