Research Thesis Topic
Data Processing for the Re-lifing of Airframe Structures (Digital Twin of Composites Manufacturing & Repair Processes for Aerospace and Space Applications)
This program aims to enhance Boeing’s processes by introducing Industry 4.0 frameworks, focussing on the development digital twin workflows for composite components which includes design, manufacturing, service, and MRO. These digital twin workflows will primarily be utilised for a case study focussed on the repair of composite components to eliminate both engineering and laborious processes leading to more efficient MRO of future spacecraft and aircraft fleets.
Within this program, there are two Master opportunities available with a focus on the identification of physical data, data collection, data processing, FEA analyses, and the digital twin process flow for the relifing of airframe structures:
Topic #2: Data processing for the re-lifing of airframe structures
Analyse the key elements that affect an aircraft's longevity, structural integrity, and performance. Establish a connection between these critical factors and the concept of a digital twin model. Establish a clear and standardised process for assessing the post-repair condition of aircraft structures, verifying their continued airworthiness, and recertifying them for flight.
These Masters opportunities are supported by the Innovative Launch, Automation, Novel Materials, Communications, and Hypersonics (iLAuNCH) Trailblazer Program as a part of an industrial collaboration with Boeing and MEMKO. As part of this program there may be opportunity for domestic travel between UniSQ Toowoomba Campus and Boeing & MEMKO facilities in Melbourne in addition to travel for relevant conferences to present research achievements.
- Centre for Future Materials
- Aerospace Engineering
- Manufacturing Engineering
- Materials Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Numerical And Computational Mathematics
- Other Engineering
- Master of Research (MRES)
Please review the admission requirements for the academic program associated with this Thesis Topic
To be eligible applicants must:
• have completed an Australian undergraduate or postgraduate degree, or equivalent level;
• have completed a degree in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, materials science, materials engineering or related disciplines;
• be prepared to commence their studies prior to or no later than 28th February 2025.
Preferred applicants may:
• Show alignment with the research topic area – Space/Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering and Material Engineering/Science.
• Show evidence of experience using numerical analysis tools and techniques will be looked upon favourably (CAD, FEA, CFD, etc.)
• Demonstrate previous coursework and/or research-based studies on composite materials; this is not essential, but highly desired
• Display an ability to work collaboratively within a research team
Note that this opportunity has a flexible location and can be placed either in Toowoomba (UniSQ) or Melbourne (MEMKO).