Pdra in Hydrodynamic Modelling of Floating Offshore
1 week ago
**Background**:
The University of Manchester has a strong history of research into offshore renewable energy with leading international activity. We are here concerned with control of floating offshore wind platforms of semi-sub type to maximise power capture, minimise platform motion and structural stress. This is a multi-disciplinary project involving hydrodynamics, aerodynamics, control and sea wave prediction.
This 23-month component addresses the hydrodynamic modelling of the platform based on linear and hybrid nonlinear modelling with control input to minimise pitch and roll motion and hence wind turbine nacelle acceleration. The hydrodynamic model will thus have input from wind turbine loading with blade pitch and speed control and platform control by pumping between floats. For real time control and co-design highly efficient integrated modelling is required.
This collaborative project is funded by the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council and led by the University of Manchester, in partnership with the Universities of Exeter and Plymouth.
The overall project aim is to optimally minimise platform motion and maximise power production by integrated (holistic) control of wave and wind effects on a single platform and turbine. This includes a key reliability goal to ensure that acceleration at the nacelle due to pitch and surge is less than 0.3g, and to minimise damaging electrical surges and fatigue of structural components. The aim is to also absolutely minimise platform motion for safe maintenance during personnel and material transfers by boat or helicopter, and minimise debilitating motion effects on personnel during maintenance work.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated research associate looking for a challenging opportunity in offshore renewable hydrodynamics, who can communicate and work collaboratively with the academic partners in the consortium. The applicant will have a PhD in a relevant degree and/or relevant equivalent experience. Relevant practical experience of linear and nonlinear hydrodynamic model development is essential.
**What you will get in return**:
- Fantastic market leading Pension scheme
- Excellent employee health and wellbeing services including an Employee Assistance Programme
- Exceptional starting annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays
- Additional paid closure over the Christmas period
- Local and national discounts at a range of major retailers
As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, sex, gender (or gender identity), ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation and transgender status. All appointments are made on merit.
Our University is positive about flexible working - you can find out more here
Hybrid working arrangements may be considered.
Any CV’s submitted by a recruitment agency will be considered a gift.
**Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews**:
Name: Professor Peter Stansby
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**Please see the link below for the Further Particulars document which contains the person specification criteria.
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