We are looking for an enthusiastic student who is interested in working in the field of smart and functional materials, in the department of mechanical engineering at Mahindra University in Hyderabad, India. The selected candidate will have the opportunity to conduct a bottom-up research towards developing a novel “active” composite. The research lifecycle encompasses modelling & simulation, design optimization, experimentation & validation of the composite.

Potential candidates will have a strong background in solid mechanics, at least a basic knowledge of FEM and experimental procedures. The project is envisaged to be end to end in scope that is, from design to product. Typical timeline for project completion and obtaining a PhD degree would be about 3-4 years. Those with a master’s degree are preferred but not required.

Mahindra University is located on 125 acres of area with plenty of trees and in a serene environment away from the city’s bustle. It is housed within the premises of one of India’s largest software firms, TechMahindra. On-campus housing along with food is available.

Interested candidates should contact either of the following with a current resume/CV to schedule an interview:

Dr. Harshavardhan Kalathur: harshavardhan.kalathur@mahindrauniversity.edu.in

Dr. Jaganmohan Padbidri: jaganmohan.padbidri@mahindrauniversity.edu.in

For more information, please check out the following links.

https://www.mahindrauniversity.edu.in/

https://www.mahindrauniversity.edu.in/faculty/harshavardhan-kalathur

https://www.mahindrauniversity.edu.in/faculty/jagan-mohan-padbidri

Exceptionally high saturation magnetisation in Eu-doped magnetite stabilised by spin–orbit interaction

The significance of the spin–orbit interaction is very well known in compounds containing heavier elements such as the rare-earth Eu ion. Here, through density functional calculations, we investigated the effect of the spin–orbit interaction on the magnetic ground state of Eu doped magnetite (Fe3O4:EuFe). By examining all possible spin alignments between Eu and magnetite's Fe, we demonstrate that Eu, which is most stable when doped at the tetrahedral site, adapts a spin almost opposite the substituted Fe. Consequently, because of smaller spin cancellation between the cations on the tetrahedral site (FeTet and EuTet) and the cations on the octahedral sites (FeOct), Fe3O4:EuFe exhibits a maximum saturation magnetisation of 9.451 μB per f.u. which is significantly larger than that of undoped magnetite (calculated to be 3.929 μB per f.u.). We further show that this large magnetisation persists through additional electron doping. However, additional hole doping, which may unintentionally occur in Fe deficient magnetite, can reduce the magnetisation to values smaller than that of the undoped magnetite. The results presented here can aid in designing highly efficient magnetically recoverable catalysts for which both magnetite and rare earth dopants are common materials.

DOI https://doi.org/10.1039/D1CP02164H

#IPPTPAN in collaboration with Department of Engineering at #NTU is offering four fully supported #PhD positions in the following fields:

1) Non-linear thermo-mechanical behaviour of polycrystalline shape memory alloys undergoing complex loadings < https://www.ippt.pan.pl/_download/tem_prac_dok/2020_z_kowalewski_en_1.pdf >

2) Thermo-mechanical fatigue characterization of metallic tubular structures fabricated by selective laser melting < https://www.ippt.pan.pl/_download/tem_prac_dok/2020_z_kowalewski_en_2.pdf >

3) Thermo-mechanical response of 9Cr-1Mo-V-Nb (P91) steel under multi-axial loading: Experiments and numerical modelling < https://www.ippt.pan.pl/_download/tem_prac_dok/2020_z_kowalewski_en_3.pdf >

4) Thermo-mechanical responses of fibre-reinforced composites subjected to multi-axial loading conditions: Experimental characterization and numerical life-time prediction < https://www.ippt.pan.pl/_download/tem_prac_dok/2020_z_kowalewski_en_4.pdf >

Please get in touch if you are interested and send your CV to Prof. Kowalewski (zkowalew@ippt.pan.pl), Dr Serjouei (ahmad.serjouei@ntu.ac.uk), and Dr Bodaghi (mahdi.bodaghi@ntu.ac.uk).

#poland #uk #functionalmaterials #shapememoryalloys #steel #composites #plasticity #complexloadings #fatigue

Published in Advanced Materials: http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/adma.201704530/full/

Abstract: Wearable transdermal delivery systems have recently received tremendous attention due to their noninvasive, convenient, and prolonged administration of pharmacological agents. Here, the material prospects, fabrication processes, and drug-release mechanisms of these types of therapeutic delivery systems are critically reviewed. The latest progress in the development of multifunctional wearable devices capable of closed-loop sensation and drug delivery is also discussed. This survey reveals that wearable transdermal delivery has already made an impact in diverse healthcare applications, while several grand challenges remain.

Prof. Ge’s Advanced Manufacturing and Design Laboratory (http://amd.sutd.edu.sg/) is recruiting PhD students. The Ph.D.scholarships are immediately available in the general areas of functional advanced manufacturing. The research topics can vary based on the student’s background from solid mechanics for soft active materials, UV curable functional polymer development for 3D printing, and development of high resolution multifunctional 3D Printing system. An ideal candidate is required to have at least Bachelor degree in Mechanics, Material Science, Mechanical Engineering and other related fields. The successful applicant will very competitive scholarship and stipend (more details can be found at https://sutd.edu.sg/Admissions/Graduate/PhD-Programmes/SUTD-PhD-Programme/Financial). The applicants could contact Prof. Ge directly through his email: ge_qi@sutd.edu.sg for the detailed information.

About SUTD

The Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD) is Singapore’s fourth public university, and one of the first universities in the world to incorporate the art and science of design and technology into a multi-disciplinary curriculum. Established in collaboration with the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) since 2009, SUTD seeks to nurture technically-grounded leaders and innovators in engineering product development, engineering systems and design, information systems technology and design, and architecture and sustainable design, to serve societal needs.

The University, also in collaboration with Zhejiang University (ZJU) and Singapore Management University (SMU), is distinguished by its unique East and West academic programmes which incorporate elements of technology, entrepreneurship, management and design thinking.

Conference Website: http://acmfms2016.shu.edu.cn/

Conference Chair: Tong-Yi Zhang (Shanghai University)

About the conference

Following the success of the previous ACMFMS series in Matsue, Nanjing, New Delphi and Nara, the 5th Asian Conference on Mechanics of Functional Materials and Structures (ACMFMS 2016) will be held in Shanghai, China, in October 14-17, 2016. Following the tradition of this conference series, this multidisciplinary conference brings together scientists, researchers and engineers in the fundamental materials science, processing and fabrication, and engineering applications of functional materials. The symposium will cover a broad spectrum of key topics related to energy, environmental, biomedical, electronic and nanostructure materials.

This conference provides an ideal platform and excellent opportunity for researchers and experts in functional materials to exchange research ideas and practical experiences.

Topics

This is a conference on theoretical and applied mechanics of solids, with particular focus on the following topics, but not limited to:

Mechanics of Functional and Intelligent Materials 

Mechanics of Functional and Smart Structures 

Mechanics in energy

Structural Health Monitoring

Elasticity (Mathematical, Thermo, Electro, Electro-magneto, Photo)

Plasticity (Mathematical, Multi-scale, Thermo, Visco)

Fracture and Damage Mechanics

Impact Mechanics and Dynamic Material Behavior

Contact Mechanics

Solid-Fluid Interaction

Bio-Mechanics

The Institute of Mechanics, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, TU Dortmund University, Germany, is looking for two scientific researchers (m/f) to start work from the next possible date for a preliminary period of one year with the option of renewal. The scope of the PhD projects is working on one of the sub-projects of a research group on "Ferroic Functional Materials – Multi-scale Modeling and Experimental Characterisation". One of the PhD projects is entitle "Numerical relaxation for the description of the development of micro-structures in functional magnetic materials" and the other PhD project is entitled "Micro-structural interactions and switching in ferro-electrics". Applications from graduate post-docs are also most welcome.

Applications, together with all related documents are to be sent to the address below within the next four weeks.

Institute of Mechanics
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Technische Universität Dortmund
Leonhard–Euler-Str. 5
44227 Dortmund

For queries, please contact:

Dr.-Ing. Thorsten Bartel
Jun.-Prof. Björn Kiefer, Ph.D.
Prof. Dr.-Ing. Andreas Menzel

Phone: +49 231 755-5744 or 755-7978
Email: kerstin"dot"walter"at"tu-dortmund"dot"de

The Second Asian Conference on Mechanics of Functional Materials and Structures (ACMFMS 2010) is the successor of the first one held at Matsue (Japan, 2008). You are invited to participate in the ACMFMS 2010 which will be held during 22-25 October 2010 in Nanjing, China. As the first conference, this conference will provide a forum for researchers and academics, particularly from East Asia and the neighboring region, to interact, exchange ideas and establish relationships, with a view to future cooperation and subsequent development of research in theoretical and applied mechanics of solids. Young university faculty and researchers are especially encouraged to participate, and to use this opportunity to network with others in similar situations, who will also be seeking to develop their research abilities and experience.

TOPICS
This is a conference on theoretical and applied mechanics of solids, with particular focus on the following, but not
limited to them: