PhD in High Power Microwave Antenna: The University of Strathclyde offers a fully funded PhD studentship focusing on the suppression of undesired sidebands in slot mode antennas, which have applications in energy transfer. This research project, co-funded by Teledyne e2v, involves numerical simulations and experimental validations.
PhD in Sidband Suppression on High Power Microwave Antenna
Designation
PhD Researcher
Table of Key Information
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Open Date | Monday, 7 August 2023 |
| Deadline | Thursday, 31 July 2025 |
| Number of Places | 1 |
| Duration | 48 months |
| Funding | Equipment costs, home fee, stipend, travel costs |
| Stipend | £24,780 per annum |
| Additional Funding | £7,000 per annum for travel, conferences, and research equipment |
| Start Date | 1 October 2025 |
Research Area
The project focuses on advanced electromagnetics with a specific interest in mitigating sidelobes from high power microwave antennas.
Location
University of Strathclyde, Glasgow, UK
Eligibility/Qualification
- Candidates must hold a minimum of an upper Second Class UK Honours degree or international equivalent in a relevant science or engineering discipline.
- Candidates must be UK Nationals and willing to apply for Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance.
Description
The PhD research will involve:
- Numerical simulations and benchmarking against experimental measurements.
- Investigating various options to minimize sidelobes in high power antennas while ensuring high gain.
- Focusing initially on slot type antennas and eventually extending to alternative designs.
- Utilizing advanced simulation techniques to predict antenna patterns and conducting experiments for validation.
The successful candidate will receive comprehensive training, engage with an industrial partner, and develop transferable skills in numerical simulation and experimental techniques. The research will occur in the Atoms Beams and Plasmas Group within the Physics Department at the University of Strathclyde.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are strongly encouraged to contact the supervisors prior to applying. You can reach out to:
- Professor Kevin Ronald at K.Ronald@strath.ac.uk
- Professor Colin Whyte
Applications can be submitted through the University of Strathclyde’s official website or designated application portal.
Last Date for Apply
The deadline for applications is Thursday, 31 July 2025.
For more information and guidance, it is advisable to connect with the project supervisors.
