Windsor,
ON,
Canada
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Crashworthiness, Impact, and Materials Deformation (CIMD) Research Lab in Windsor Canada | University of Windsor
University of Windsor
|
Windsor Canada
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD
23,685
(c. USD16,999.81)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
Performs cutting-edge research in Impact Testing, Finite Element Analysis (FEA), Experimental Testing, Stress Analysis, Dynamics, and Machine Design
Executes computational deformation simulations utilizing extensive multi-processor workstation networks
Handles FEA models containing multi-million degree-of-freedom systems
Implements both conventional and innovative element formulations for simulating large deformation scenarios with contact interactions
Operates both MPP and SMP versions of advanced large deformation finite element software
Advanced research facilities feature:
Dynamic testing equipment including Large Energy Droptower (45 kJ), Low Energy Droptower (3 kJ), Pneumatic Accelerator, Split Hopkinson Pressure Bar (SHPB) System, Instron instrumented Charpy Impact Tester, Instron RR Moore Fatigue Tester
Quasi-static testing apparatus featuring 300 kN Long Stroke Tension/Compression Tester, MTS Universal Tension/Compression Machines ranging from 50 kN to 650 kN capacity
Advanced visual data capture using high-speed megapixel Photron SA4 cameras and precision Point Grey research cameras
Digital Image Correlation (DIC) Analysis platform
Motion analysis software (ProAnalyst 2D and 3D versions)
Comprehensive transducer array for quasi-static and dynamic measurements including laser displacement sensors, accelerometers (MEMS- and ICPIEPE-based), and load cells (Strain gauge- and ICPIEPE-based)
Data acquisition systems comprising National Instruments CompactDAQ, DTS SLICE micro DAQ, with National Instruments LabVIEW and DIAdem software
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Graduates of recognized universities may apply for admission. In general, admission to graduate study is granted only to those students who have good academic records and who are adequately prepared to undertake graduate work in their field of specialization. In particular, an applicant for admission to a graduate program leading to the degree of Doctor of Philosophy must have either a Master's degree or, in exceptional cases, a four-year Bachelor's degree, or the equivalent; with a minimum average of 77% (or equivalent). Possession of the minimum requirements does not ensure admission. Transcripts, IBT-83 Minimum IELTS: 6.5.
Tuition
CAD
23,685