Thesis Work on Computational Fluid Dynamics Simulations for Deep Mine Applications
Core
Researching Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) simulations to optimize airflows and skip movements in next-generation mine hoists for reduced energy usage and environmental impact.
Role type
Research Master's Thesis Student (Mechanical Engineering/Engineering Physics)
Builds
Simplified CFD models and simulation environments for advanced control of mine hoists.
Domain
Mining equipment / Industrial automation / Fluid dynamics
Deliverable
research
Required skills
CFD simulations, MATLAB/Simulink, Mechanical Engineering principles
Preferred skills
Automatic control knowledge
Responsibilities
Simulate air flow changes in mine shafts during hoisting, evaluate impact on skips, improve existing simulation environment, develop simplified models for control systems.