Early assessment of composite structures (3087)
Target group: Applied Mechanics
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This thesis work will be carried out within the Craftsmanhship & Durability Centre, which is a part of VCC´s Research and Development organization.
Background
To meet future 2020+ need for vehicle energy consumption a technology step by introducing carbon fibre composites (CFRP) on structural parts, mainly BIW, is foreseen. A cost-efficient, yet robust, design methodology for CFRP structures must be developed.
There is a need to understand what parts that are most suitable to design in composite materials from a structural point of view. By understanding the principle loading directions, it is possible to determine if a component should be manufactured with highly anisotropic properties or with isotropic properties.
Scope
The objective is to develop a toolbox for early assessment of composite structures from a stiffness perspective. From a set of simplified concept loads understand the loading on individual elements and determine the principle loading direction for each load case. Then creating an envelope from all load cases to understand how the principle loading directions are for each element. From this, the intention is to give an indication if the element is likely to best be highly isotropic (mainly UD) or isotropic (mainly QI).
The outcome is a working methodology, applied on a car structure with several load cases, could give insight in; how to partition the car body, what type of material systems that are best used in different structures and what stiffness that is needed in different directions.
Profile
- We are looking for master students within the program of Applied Mechanics or similar.
- Knowledge and interest in composites.
- Knowledge about Finite Element methods.
- Interest in scripting is meritorious.
- Communication skills are important since information will be needed from several different parts of the company.
Duration
- Period: 1 semester, 30 ECTS points
- Starting date: January 2018
- Number of students: Suitable for 1-2 student.
Application
- Attach your resume and cover letter stating your interests within the given area and your thoughts and credentials.
- Please note that applications arriving later then the last application date will not be taken in consideration.
- Selection will be ongoing during the application period.
In case of questions, please contact:
Technical questions/inquires:
Henrik Molker, email , telephone 031 59 38 70
Annika Lundberg, email , telephone 031 325 60 21
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We want your application as soon as possible, but no later than 2017-10-31
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