Fully funded PhD Studentship - Modelling and numerical simulation of fuel 
combustion in a blast tube.

To apply: https://www.findaphd.com/phds/project/modelling-and-numerical-
simulation-of-fuel-combustion-in-a-blast-tube/?p87745


Gaseous detonation and the resulting blast waves pose significant risks to both 
people and facilities. Accurate modelling of these phenomena is crucial for 
safety assessments and risk mitigation. This full-time PhD project is funded by 
AWE (Atomic Weapons Establishment), in collaboration with Kingston University 
London, to tackle some complexities and advance the understanding of detonation 
and blast waves from fuel combustion in tunnels. The research project will 
involve the development and implementation of combustion and fluid dynamics 
models, and numerical approaches, within the frame of computational Fluid 
dynamics (CFD). The project will also involve CFD simulations and validation of 
the models using experimental data. A general understanding and familiarity with 
CFD is a requirement for this role. Details of the project can be discussed upon 
request.

For further details and to discuss a prospective application, please contact: Dr 
Siaka Dembele  s.dembele@kingston.ac.uk

 
Eligibility: UK Citizens only can apply for this position. We are looking for an 
excellent, enthusiastic, independent and self-motivated candidate, holding a 
Master’s degree (e.g. MSc) with Distinction or Merit or a 4-year undergraduate 
(e.g MEng) First Class or Upper Second Honours in a relevant subject, e.g. Fire 
Engineering, Fluid Dynamics, Mechanical Engineering, Physics or a related field. 
Applicants are expected to have an enquiring and rigorous approach to research, 
and should demonstrate excellent teamwork, communication and reports writing 
skills. Familiarity with the opensource OpenFOAM code would be an advantage.

 Deadline for applications:   1300 GMT on 16 September 2024

 Interviews (to be confirmed):  online in mid to late September 2024

 Start date (to be confirmed):  Early October 2024

 Duration:  4 years full-time