Phd Position Dynamic Analysis and Human Vibration

1 week geleden

Groningen, Groningen, Nederland Rijksuniversiteit Groningen Voltijd

The aim of this project is to analyse the vibrations transmitted by consumer products to their hands in order to improve their perception.

An accurate model of the product dynamics coupled to hand can provide us with predictions on how the vibrations are perceived by the consumers.

These predictions from the models can be made at an early stage before any prototypes are made. If unpleasant human perception being predicted, then the vibration levels can be reduced by design modification for healthy products.


First, a numerical model of the product coupled with hand will be generated in order to understand its vibration behaviour and interaction with hand.

Initially, a simple model will be proposed, for example a single spring and a damper to be considered as the coupling system and then the number of degrees of freedom/complexity will be increased by adding more elements in order to accurately represent the vibrations of the coupled system.

Organisation
The University of Groningen is a research university with a global outlook, deeply rooted in Groningen, City of Talent.

Quality has been our top priority for over four hundred years, and with success:
the University is currently in or around the top 100 on several influential ranking lists.

Qualifications:

  • A recognized institution has granted a Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, specializing with a notable academic track record.
  • Proficiency in theoretical aspects of vibration testing and control, as well as the processing and analysis of vibration signals, with an added advantage of familiarity with structural health monitoring.
  • Desirable practical expertise in utilizing data acquisition systems such as dSpace, NI modules, Siemens Scadas, and equipments such as modal shakers, accelerometers, etc.
  • Proficient programming skills in Matlab/Python/LabVIEW.
  • Demonstrated capability in independent research, exemplified by exceptional performance in the MSc thesis.
  • Excellent proficiency in both spoken and written English, and knowledge of spoken Dutch would be advantageous for this purpose.
  • Possession of a critical mindset and the ability to think analytically.

Organisation:

Conditions of employment:

We offer in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities:

  • A salary of € 2,770 gross per month in the first year, up to a maximum of € 3,539 gross per month in the fourth and final year (based on a full-time employment).
  • A holiday allowance and endofyear bonus of respectively 8% and 8.3% of your gross annual income.
  • A fulltime position (1.0 FTE) for four years: first, you will get a temporary position of one year with the option of renewal for another three years; prolongation of the contract is contingent on sufficient progress in the first year to indicate that successful completion of the PhD thesis within the contract period is to be expected. A PhD training program is part of the agreement and you will be enrolled in the Graduate School of the Faculty of Science and Engineering.

Application:

Applications for the position should include:

  • A CV (max 2 pages) demonstrating academic excellence, including details of BSc and MSc degrees.
  • Copies of your academic records from your BSc and MSc studies.
  • Contact details of two academic references.
Unsolicited marketing is not appreciated.

Information:

For information you can contact:

  • Prof. Maryam Ghandchi Tehrani, m.ghandchitehrani

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