Degree type
PhD
Closing date
1 February 2025
Campus
Launceston
Citizenship requirement
Domestic
Scholarship
$52,000pa for 3.5 years
About the research project
To develop shipboard Systems Simulation model of the USV to optimise its performance in Calm Water and identify the limitations. The digital twin enables investigating power balance control through parameter study and optimisation for improving the performance of a main controller strategy to delivers the multiple objectives with non-uniform operating profiles. It also includes component sizing methods according to the design scheme.
Methodology:
- Conduct a literature review to identify the state-of-the-art in USV modelling and control.
- Developing shipboard Systems Simulation model.
- Simulate various pre-defined missions in CONOPS in Calm Water condition to identify limitations of the USV.
- Identifying the key parameters that affect the performance of USV in Calm Water operation.
- Optimising the USV systems to improve the performance.
- Extend the simulations to predict the performance of USV at predefined mission scenarios in Calm Water and develop link to the Environmental Model integration.
Primary Supervisor
Funding
The successful applicant will receive a scholarship which provides:
- a living allowance stipend co-funded by Navantia and the CSIRO of $52,000 per annum (2025 rate, indexed annually) for 3.5 years
- a relocation allowance of up to $2,000
- a tuition fees offset covering the cost of tuition fees for up to four years (domestic applicants only)
As part of the application process you may indicate if you do not wish to be considered for scholarship funding.
Other funding opportunities and fees
For further information regarding other scholarships on offer, and the various fees of undertaking a research degree, please visit Scholarships and fees.
Eligibility
Applicants should review the Higher Degree by Research minimum entry requirements.
Ensure your eligibility for the scholarship round by referring to our Key Dates.
Additional eligibility criteria specific to this project/scholarship:
- Applicants must be able to undertake the project on-campus
- The domestic applicant must be an Australian citizen.
Selection Criteria
The project is competitively assessed and awarded. Selection is based on academic merit and suitability to the project as determined by the College.
Additional essential selection criteria specific to this project:
- Strong Background in Maritime Engineering.
- Strong Mathematical and Computational Skills.
- Research and Analytical Skills.
Additional desirable selection criteria specific to this project:
- Experience in Autonomous Vehicle Technology.
- Proficiency in Simulation Software.
- Understanding of Control Systems.
Application process
- Select your project, and check that you meet the eligibility and selection criteria, including citizenship;
- Contact A/Prof Hossein Enshaei to discuss your suitability and the project's requirements; and
- In your application:
- Copy and paste the title of the project from this advertisement into your application. If you don’t correctly do this your application may be rejected.
- Submit a signed supervisory support form, a CV including contact details of 2 referees and your project research proposal.
- Apply prior to 1 February 2025.
Full details of the application process can be found under the 'How to apply' section at Research degrees.
Following the closing date applications will be assessed within the College. Applicants should expect to receive notification of the outcome by email by the advertised outcome date.
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