Summary
This scholarship offers an exciting opportunity for a PhD position focused on the development of electro-active and magneto-active elastomers aimed at innovative applications in smart vehicles. Candidates will engage in cutting-edge research, synthesizing polymer composites with significant actuation capabilities under electro-magnetic fields.
RS970 – Electro-active and Magneto-active Elastomers for Smart Vehicle Applications, Swansea University, UK
Designation
PhD Scholarship in Mechanical/Materials Engineering Science
Key Information Table
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Research Area | Materials Science/Engineering, Polymer Science/Chemistry, Computational Mechanics/Engineering, Mechanical/Civil Engineering |
| Location | Swansea University (Bay Campus) |
| Funding Provider | A Multi-national Automotive Company, Japan |
| Duration of Funding | 3.5 years |
| Project Start Dates | October 2026 (with potential for deferral) |
| Closing Date for Applications | 22 June 2026 |
Eligibility/Qualification
- Applicants must hold an undergraduate degree at a 2.1 level (or non-UK equivalent) in Engineering or a relevant science discipline.
- English Language Requirement: IELTS 6.5 Overall (with no component below 5.5) or Swansea University-recognized equivalent.
Job Description
The selected PhD student will work on:
- Synthesizing polymeric composites (e.g., natural rubbers with conductive particles).
- Conducting microscopic and rheological characterizations.
- Performing mechanical tests (viscoelastic, fatigue-fracture tests).
- Testing polymeric composites for electric and magnetic actuations.
- Targeting applications in smart vehicles, including:
- Changing tread pattern or groove depth
- Enhancing aerodynamics and surface textures
- Noise cancellation (vibration)
- Modifying mechanical properties (hardness)
Resources include advanced soft polymer fabrication (3D/4D printing) and characterisation equipment.
How to Apply
To apply, complete the application form here. Ensure the following in your application:
- Input the RS Code (RS970) in the ‘Programme Related Information’ section.
- Input project title/studentship title as: RS970 + scholarship title.
- Leave the Proposed Supervisor field blank.
- Upload a copy of the advertisement (saved as a PDF).
Documents Required:
- CV
- Degree certificates and transcripts
- Cover letter with a Supplementary Personal Statement
- One reference on official letterhead
- Evidence of English Language requirements (if applicable)
- Confirmation of EDI form submission
Last Date for Apply
22 June 2026
For informal inquiries, please contact Professor Mokarram Hossain at [email address].
This scholarship presents a unique opportunity for innovative research in the emerging field of soft robotics and advanced materials aimed at redefining vehicle functionality. Apply now to be part of this pioneering research project!
