Detection of Defects in Additive Manufacturing

Detection of voids and phase/elemental analysis of 3D additive parts to guarantee and improve quality.

To guarantee certification and industrial acceptance of 3D parts, it is essential to define their structure and defects. Defect definition would be highly valuable to dynamically improve part quality. Diverse methods including back scattered x-rays will be investigated.

• The scholarship will provide a stipend of $31,000 per annum. Successful international applicants will be provided with a tuition fee scholarship that also covers the cost of Overseas Student Heath Cover
• The duration of this scholarship is 3 years with the possibility of a six month extension.

To be eligible for this scholarship you must:

• Meet the entry requirements for the Doctor of Philosophy
• Meet research scholarship eligibility criteria.

It is preferred that applicants have an honours or 4 year degree in manufacturing, automotive or aerospace engineering or mechatronics, physics.