PhD scholarship in High Fidelity CFD-based Shape Optimization of Wind Turbine Blades
PhD scholarship in High Fidelity CFD-based Shape Optimization of Wind Turbine Blades
Danmarks Tekniske Universitet
Lyngby-Taarbæk, 1 stilling
DTU Wind Energy at the Technical University of Denmark has a vacancy in the Aerodynamic Design Section (AER) at DTU Risø Campus. The section focuses on aerodynamic and aero-acoustic modeling and experimental research for airfoil and blade design and optimization and implements the research in cooperation with industry, in software tools and in courses.
The research includes CFD and fluid-structure coupling for aeroelastic design of wind turbines in wind farms including effects from wakes and terrain, experimental investigations in wind tunnels and full-scale and aerodynamic noise modelling.
Responsibilities and tasks
The objective of the proposed PhD study is to develop an adjoint solver for the in-house flow solver EllipSys3D in order to enable high fidelity shape optimization of wind turbine blades using gradient based optimization, enabling simultaneous design of blade planform and aerofoils, accurately taking into account the complex three-dimensional flow field around the wind turbine blade.
The student is expected to have a strong background in numerical methods and programming, preferably with previous experience with CFD and wind turbine aerodynamics. The student will work closely with the development team around the EllipSys flow solver and actively take part in the further development of the solver.
Qualifications
Candidates should have a master's degree in engineering or a similar degree with an academic level equivalent to the master's degree in engineering.
Approval and Enrolment
The scholarships for the PhD degree are subject to academic approval, and the candidates will be enrolled in one of the general degree programmes of DTU. For information about the general requirements for enrolment and the general planning of the scholarship studies, please see the DTU PhD Guide.
Assessment
The assessment of the applicants will be made by Head of Section Flemming Rasmussen and Senior Researcher Frederik Zahle.
We offer
We offer an interesting and challenging job in an international environment focusing on education, research, public-sector consultancy and innovation, which contribute to enhancing the economy and improving social welfare. We strive for academic excellence, collegial respect and freedom tempered by responsibility. The Technical University of Denmark (DTU) is a leading technical university in northern Europe and benchmarks with the best universities in the world.
Salary and appointment terms
The salary and appointment terms are consistent with the current rules for PhD degree students. The period of employment is 3 years.
Workplace
The place of work is Risø Campus in Roskilde.
Further information
Further information may be obtained from Senior Research Scientist Frederik Zahle, frza@dtu.dk, 46775477.
You can read more about DTU Wind Energy on http://www.vindenergi.dk
Please do not send applications to this e-mail address, instead apply online as described below.
Application
Please submit your online application no later than Tuesday May 31, 2016.
Applications must be submitted as one pdf file containing all materials to be given consideration. To apply, please open the link "Apply online," fill in the online application form, and attach all your materials in English in one pdf file. The file must include:
A letter motivating the application (cover letter)
Curriculum vitae
Grade transcripts and BSc/MSc diploma (an official translation into English)
Excel sheet with translation of grades to the Danish grading system (see guidelines and excel spreadsheet here)
Candidates may apply prior to obtaining their master's degree, but cannot begin before having received it.
All interested candidates irrespective of age, gender, race, disability, religion or ethnic background are encouraged to apply.
DTU Wind Energy has more than 240 staff members, including 150 academic staff members and approximately 40 PhD students. DTU Wind Energy has a considerable degree of innovation and cooperation with companies and sector associations within the wind industry in Denmark and abroad. DTU Wind Energy is one of the largest and most prominent research institutions within wind energy.
DTU is a technical university providing internationally leading research, education, innovation and public service. Our staff of 5,800 advance science and technology to create innovative solutions that meet the demands of society; and our 10,300 students are being educated to address the technological challenges of the future. DTU is an independent academic university collaborating globally with business, industry, government, and public agencies.
