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Postdoctoral fellow in Detailed studies of combustion characteristics with optical measurement techniques in IC engines

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Jobbnorge ID: 124440

The Department of Energy and Process Engineering, the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), is offering a Postdoctoral Fellowship on Detailed studies of combustion characteristics with optical measurement techniques in IC engines. This is a two-year fellowship with possible extension. The scope of these studies is the detailed study of second generation bio-fuels and other future renewable fuel alternatives and their combustion characteristics when employed as pure fuels or blends in conventional fossil fuels. Synthetically derived renewable fuels from non-food crops have been proposed as a feasible route for increased efficiency of the entire bio-fuel-value chain. However, concern has been raised as to whether these fuels in fact represent cleaner energy with respect to sustainability and emissions, particularly regarding particle emissions from combustion, and especially when used as blends with fossil fuels as proposed in current legislations.

The objective of the work is to further develop the experimental facilities for IC engine research at the Department of Energy and Process Engineering, and carry out examinations of combustion and emission characteristics in an optically accessible, single cylinder compression ignition engine enabling testing of various types of fuels under varying engine operating modes. The ignition quality of the fuels will be assessed using in-cylinder pressure histories coupled with heat release analysis in conjunction with optical measurements made using high speed imaging to identify excited radical species which are indicative of ignition. Emissions will be monitored using gas analysers as well as a scanning mobility particle sizer. Furthermore, an optical high pressure fuel injection rig will be used to evaluate injection mass flow rate profiles.

The successful candidate has a PhD degree in engineering with a subject related to experimental studied of combustion in IC engine or high pressure rigs. The candidate must show experience with optical measurement techniques using high speed imaging, as well as experience with measurement equipment such as electrical mobility measurements of particles. Furthermore, the candidate must demonstrate ability to design and carry out experimental work at high scientific standards. Fundamental knowledge in engine research is a prerequisite, and experience with new engine concepts such as HCCI and RCCI is essential. Experience with handling supervisions of students is an advantage.

Postdoctor fellows are remunerated in code 1352, and are normally remunerated at wage level 57, gross NOK 483 400 before tax. The salary is adjusted according to the recent wage negotiations. There will be a 2 % deduction for superannuation.?

The engagement is to be made in accordance with the regulations in force concerning State Employees and Civil Servants. The positions adhere to the Norwegian Government's policy of balanced ethnicity, age and gender. According to the new Freedom of Information Act, information concerning the applicant may be made public even if the applicant has requested not to be included in the list of applicants.

Applications with CV, possible publications and other scientific works, certified copies of transcripts and reference letters must be submitted electronically via this page.

Further details regarding the project and position can be obtained from Professor T. Løvås, Terese.Lovas (at) ntnu.no. Please be aware that applications shoul

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Land: Norge

Region: Sør-Trøndelag

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