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Research projects undertaken in both mechanical and mechatronic engineering at ECU focus on a number of themes which involve experimental and/or simulation based studies, including: Automotive engineering; Energy systems; Manufacturing and automation; Mechanical behaviour of engineering materials; Renewable and sustainable energy sources; Robotics; and Thermofluids. The School of Engineering has an array of resources to support research activities within the above themes, with major on-campus resources including: Modern laboratories (e.g., robotics, materials characterisation, mechanical testing, energy, motorsports workshop) A well-equipped manufacturing workshop (CNC machine tools, 3D printing); Flow dynamics instrumentation (multi-channel constant temperature anemometry, flow visualisation, laser-diagnostics, infra-red imaging) Engine testing dynamometers; Modelling software (CFD, design, simulation, image processing, intelligent optimisation and prediction); and Project specific experimental set-ups (biomass combustor, impinging jet nozzle, custom designed engines, hexapod and wheeled robots). Higher degree by research projects undertaken in the above may also seek access to Perth based supercomputing facilities as well as establish collaborations with external partners (international, industry). Students considering starting a research degree in mechanical and mechatronic engineering at ECU should have a good level of research training as demonstrated by a publication record in peer-reviewed outlets, employment in research roles within academic and industry or equivalent avenues of practiced research excellence.
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It is desirable that all applicants do not contact potential supervisors before applying. Applicants will be matched with a suitable supervisor if successful in gaining course admission.
On Campus at Joondalup
A/Prof Yasir Muhyeedin AL-ABDELI
Candidates are expected to meet regularly with their supervisors as part of the supervised independent research component of the course.
Automotive Engineering (Damper Valves, Crankcase Flows), Renewable and Sustainable Energy (Solar PV, Wind, Biomass), Energy Systems (Stand-alone, Hybrid, Modelling and Optimisation), Turbulent Jets (Swirl, Impingement, Heat Transfer), Manufacturing Systems and Processes (Machining, Heat Treatment, Special Purpose Machine Tools), Robotics (Industrial Applications, Deep Learning Methods for Unstructured Environments), Strength and Failure Mechanisms in Engineering Materials
Academia, Government Agencies, Engineering Consultancies, Research and Development, Industry
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
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