In this PhD project, you will use the Finite Element
Method to develop a fast non-linear simulation scheme to assist
form-free robotic casting of concrete parts. You will implement
constitutive laws for early age concrete that utilize rheological
online-measurements obtained during the casting process. Finally, the
real time results of the simulations will be used for robotic control of
the casting process. In cooperation with colleagues from physical
chemistry of building materials group as well as architecture and
digital fabrication you will develop simulation tools that can make
form-free casting of concrete become an interesting technology.
We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic PhD student to engage in pioneering research on early age concrete modeling and concrete casting. As a successful candidate, you will have completed your Master or equivalent degree in the area of civil or mechanical engineering, computational sciences, physics or materials sciences. Ideally you already got in contact with nonlinear finite element simulations and constitutive modeling. During your PhD thesis you will be part of an interdisciplinary team and work in an international environment.
Further information about the position can be provided by Dr. F. Wittel by email: fwittel@ethz.ch
Applications with a résumé and cover letter should be submitted at the button below to: ETH Zurich, Mr. Hans-Peter Widmer, Human Resources, 8092 Zurich.
We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic PhD student to engage in pioneering research on early age concrete modeling and concrete casting. As a successful candidate, you will have completed your Master or equivalent degree in the area of civil or mechanical engineering, computational sciences, physics or materials sciences. Ideally you already got in contact with nonlinear finite element simulations and constitutive modeling. During your PhD thesis you will be part of an interdisciplinary team and work in an international environment.
Further information about the position can be provided by Dr. F. Wittel by email: fwittel@ethz.ch
Applications with a résumé and cover letter should be submitted at the button below to: ETH Zurich, Mr. Hans-Peter Widmer, Human Resources, 8092 Zurich.
Application deadline: 2013-04-30
