Machine-Finish Surface Textures and Component Integrity
Dr Paul Wood & Dr Urvashi Gunputh · University of Derby
Understanding how machine-finish surface textures and chatter affect residual stress and fatigue life in nuclear heat-resisting alloys, to accelerate qualification of new materials and processes.
Industry: Rolls-Royce (sought) | Start: Oct 2026
Physics-Based ML & Predictive Digital Twins for Submarines
Angelo R. Maligno · University of Derby
A predictive digital engineering framework integrating ICME, physics-of-failure reliability modelling and AI-assisted digital twins for nuclear submarine systems.
Industry: Partner sought