Researcher in Combined fragment impact and blast loading (STEE-BLASTEX) (M/F/X)
Offer DescriptionIn the framework of the study BLASTEX on the design of textiles for blast and ballistic protection, we are looking for a full-time researcher with a Master’s Degree in Engineering Sciences, Applied Sciences in the domain of Structural, Mechanical or Materials Engineering.ContextThe Royal Military Academy of Belgium (RMA) is a military institution responsible for the basic academic, military and physical training of future officers, and for the continuing advanced training of officers during their active career in the Belgian Defense department (Homepage | RMA). It is fully recognized as a university, fulfilling the same criteria as civilian universities. The Royal Military Academy is also conducting scientific research at university level for projects funded by the Belgian Defense department or external sources.You will work within the department of Structural & Blast Engineering at the Royal Military Academy in close collaboration with Ghent University and SIOEN.StudyBallistic protection concerns apparel, vests, armors, helmets and structural reinforcement for vehicles as well. Woven, knitted or nonwoven fabrics, laminates, and composites are an interesting option for ballistic protection because of their light weight compared to metallic materials and the shear endless possible combinations based on a variation of fiber nature, fiber type, fiber density, yarn composition, yarn density, manufacturing techniques (weaving, knitting, Unidirectional lay-up, 2D or 3D), number of layers, combination of different types of layers and the use of coatings and matrix resins.In order to optimally design armored protection to resist blast and fragmentation damage, realistic experimental testing and precise modelling and simulation tools are required. Therefore, the proposed project aims at developping optimised Explosion-proof textile-based armor to be used in both personal and vehicle protection using a novel experimental technique for combined fragment impact and blast loading, which is closer to the actual threat than the existing ballistic impact test standards. Once reliable test data have been gathered, a finite element based model will be developed to predict the blast and fragment protection by the textile-based armor. The test data will be used as input for the simulations, as well as for validation of the predictions. The project is a collaboration between Sioen, a leading textile manufacturer in Belgium, the Royal Military Academy and Ghent University. The PhD candidate will work at the Royal Military Academy and get support from Sioen and Ghent University. The funding foresees in a 4-year PhD fellowship.Main Tasks
Where to apply E-mailerm-deao-rswo@mil.beRequirementsResearch Field Engineering » Mechanical engineering Education Level Master Degree or equivalentSkills/QualificationsRequired skillsTechnical skills
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Languages ENGLISH Level ExcellentLanguages FRENCH Level BasicLanguages DUTCH Level BasicResearch Field Engineering » Mechanical engineering Years of Research Experience NoneInternal Application form(s) needed20240626_IU_DEFRA BLASTEX_Jobdescription_E.pdfEnglish(255.56 KB – PDF)Additional InformationBenefitsContract
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Selection processApplicationYou will be working in a military environment. That is why everyone is expected to undergo a security verification. Please add to your application the filled out document. The form can be downloaded from:Send by email:
to Mr David Lecompte ( ) and to Mrs Helena BRUYNINCKX ( ).Please mention clearly the reference of the project: STEE-BLASTEX.Application deadline: 26th of July 2024.The interviews will take place at the Royal Military Academy, Hobbemastraat 8, 1000 Brussels. In case of access restriction due to COVID-19 or non-Belgian application, on-line interviews will take place. The date and time of the interview will be communicated to the preselected candidates.Additional commentsWorkplace
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) * Concerning the recruitment modalities: Mrs Helena Bruyninckx (
) * For more information about the Royal Military Academy, see Homepage | RMA
Website for additional job detailsWork Location(s)Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute Royal Military Academy – Patrimony Country Belgium State/Province Brussels City Brussels Postal Code 1000 Street Hobbemastraat 8 GeofieldContact State/ProvinceBrussels CityBrussels WebsiteStreetHobbemastraat 8 Postal Code1000 E-MailERM-DEAO-RSWO@mil.be Phone+3224413750STATUS: EXPIREDShare this page
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