PhD in INGEGNERIA MECCANICA / MECHANICAL …

PhD in INGEGNERIA MECCANICA / MECHANICAL

ENGINEERING - 37th cycle

Research Area n. 3 - Engineering Design and Manufacturing for the Industry of the Future

Number of scholarship offered 11

Department DIPARTIMENTO DI MECCANICA

Description of the Research Area

Industrial production in Europe accounts for the 16% of the European GPD and is a keydriver forinnovation and productivity. As stated in the 2014-15 road map of the PPP Factory of the Future"future factory will be clean, highly performing, environmentally friendly and socially sustainable".This research area focuses on improving the performance of the industry of the future through theinnovative application of technologies, processes and methods to the design and manufacturingof industrial products. The entire life cycle of the product is considered and in particular:

R&D&I activities for product and process innovation•

product ideation and development•

manufacturing process investigation, optimisation, planning, control•

manufacturing system design and planning•

product service and disposal•

Hence, all the activities required to transform ideas into final products making use of zero defect,affordable and eco-efficient manufacturing processes are integrated and investigated within thecontext of a highly competitive and globalized world from prototyping to mass production. PhDcandidates working in this area will be involved in research activities that address the abovetargets through projects involving other universities and research institutes, as well as Italian andinternational companies.

There are 11 available scholarships in this area:- 3 generic- 5 thematic (to be specifically selected during application procedure)- 3 interdoctoral (to be specifically selected during application procedure)

Three generic scholarships referring to the following fields:- Advanced, smart and sustainable manufacturing (2 scholarships)

Stampato il 13/04/2021 1 / 2

- Methods and tools to develop new products in Industry 4.0 context5 thematic scholarships, on the following topics:- Development and qualification of advanced monitoring systems- Novel solutions for big data mining in additive manufacturing and 3D bioprinting- Investigation of laser beam shaping for heat transfer control in laser welding- Development of a new generation IR spectrometers- Design and fabrication of biomimetic robots for environment exploration

One thematic interdoctoral scholarship, jointly supervised by the PhD Programme inMechanical Engineering and by the PhD Programme in Energy and Nuclear Science andTechnology, is available on the following research topic:

- Innovative simulation techniques (CFD/FEM coupling) for fostering the production sustainabilityand reducing the workers' health/safety concernsOne thematic interdoctoral scholarship, jointly supervised by the PhD Programme inMechanical Engineering and by the PhD Programme in Aerospace Engineering, isavailable on the following research topic:

- Digital solution for product-process design in additive manufacturingOne thematic interdoctoral scholarship, jointly supervised by the PhD Programme inMechanical Engineering and by the PhD Programme in Bioengineering, is available on thefollowing research topic:- Miniaturized magnesium-based intraocular devices for drug delivery

The PhD scholarships available in this area are partially funded with the support of the ItalianMinistry of Education, University and Research, through the project Department of ExcellenceLIS4.0 (Integrated Laboratory for Lightweight e Smart Structures). Further information on thethesis topics available in this can be found at the followinglink: https://www.mecc.polimi.it/us/phd/admission/

Stampato il 13/04/2021 2 / 2




Open subject Research Field: ADVANCED, SMART AND SUSTAINABLE MANUFACTURING

Monthly net income of PhDscholarship (max 36 months)

€ 1325.0In case of a change of the welfare rates during the three-year period, the amount could be modified.

Context of the research activity

Motivation and objectives of the researchin this field

The fourth industrial revolution (namely Industry 4.0) andthe first Horizon Europe strategic plan, with its strategicorientations for EU research and innovation, calls foraccelerating the twin green and digital transitions. Aparadigm shifts to address various challenges includingdigital production, big data analysis, global production andcompetition, manufacturing at multiple scales, and greenmanufacturing is required.In this framework, advanced,smart and sustainable manufacturing processes andsystems act as key enabling technologies for providinghigh-precision, high-value and high-performance custom-designed components at minimum waste.The researchactivity carried out with this scholarship can specificallyfocus on one or more subtopics within these mainresearch frameworks:

Advanced manufacturing processes•Among others, additive manufacturing for metals,ceramics, and polymers, micromachining, laser, andwaterjet-based technologies are the availabletechnological platform where production digitalisation andself-consciousness can be pursued. Research at this levelcan concern new process development as well asinnovative hybrid solutions conception.

Smart process monitoring, inspection, and control•Smart solutions for sensing and inspection and innovativestrategies for intelligent data fusion, big data analysis,

1 / 3

quality process monitoring, control and inspection are keyfactors to achieve sustainable zero-defect manufacturing.

Advanced manufacturing systems•Innovative solutions for configuring and managingmanufacturing and de-manufacturing systems areeventually needed to drive the whole production systemtoward smart, high-performance, and sustainablesolutions.

Methods and techniques that will bedeveloped and used to carry out theresearch

Rigorous experimental methods, physical models, andnumerical simulations will be combined to design, realize,and validate the innovative solutions proposed. Team-working will be stimulated with the aim of providingappropriate solutions to actual challenges, which requiremultidisciplinary skills.

Educational objectives

Doctoral candidates will acquire competences on design,optimisation, and sensing/controlling of new advancedmanufacturing processes and systems.

Job opportunities

Italy and Lombardy Region have leading positions inmanufacturing worldwide. Our last survey showed thatMeccPhD Doctorates are 100% employed within the firstyear in national and international companies andacademic and non-academic research institutions,engaged in innovation, research and technicaldevelopment. On average the survey highlighted a 35%higher salary, compared to Master of Science holders inthe same field.

MIT - Massachusetts Institute of Technology1.

TUM - Technical University of Munich2.

ESA - European Space Agency3.

Shanghai Jiao Tong University4.

MUSP Lab www.musp.it5.

STIIMA-CNR ? www.stiima.cnr.it6.

ATV S.p.A.7.

Ansaldo Energia S.p.A.8.

BLM Group9.

GE Avio s.r.l.10.

GF Machining Solution11.

2 / 3

Leonardo AgustaWestland S.p.A.12.

Marposs S.p.A.13.

Prima Industrie S.p.A.14.

Tenova S.p.A.15.

Composition of the research group

7 Full Professors5 Associated Professors10 Assistant Professors30 PhD Students

Name of the research directors Proff. Colosimo ,Moroni,Previtali,Semeraro,Tolio

Contacts

[email protected]

Additional support - Financial aid per PhD student per year (gross amount)

Housing - Foreign Students --

Housing - Out-of-town residents(more than 80Km out of Milano) --

Scholarship Increase for a period abroadAmount monthly 566.36 €By number of months 6

Additional information: educational activity, teaching assistantship, computer availability, desk availability,any other information

Financial aid is available for all PhD candidates (purchase of study books and materials,fundingfor participation in courses, summer schools, workshops and conferences):2nd year:1.534 euro 3rd year: 1.534 euro. Accommodation in Politecnico's Residences(http://www.residenze.polimi.it) is available for PhD candidates; special rates will be applied toselected out-of-town candidates (detailed info in the call for application). Our candidates arestrongly encouraged to spend a research period abroad, joining high-level research groups in thespecific PhD research topic, selected in agreement with the Supervisor. An increase in thescholarship will be applied for periods up to 6 months (approx. 550 euro/month - netamount). Teaching assistantship: availability of funding in recognition of supporting teachingactivities by the PhD candidate. There are various forms of financial aid for activities of support tothe teaching practice. The PhD student is encouraged to take part in these activities, within thelimits allowed by the regulations.

3 / 3




Thematic Research Field: DESIGN AND FABRICATION OF BIOMIMETIC ROBOTS FOR

ENVIROMENT EXPLORATION





Evolution has brought to the development of livingorganisms with extraordinary structural, embodiedintelligence. Soft robotics has brought novel approachesfor the design of biomimetic artifacts able to mimic thenatural compliance and adaptation of bodies andbehaviors of such living beings.On the other side, additivemanufacturing technologies offer transformativeapproaches for the design of articulated and integratedsolutions. This research aims at developing novelactuations and mechanisms for robotic systems bymerging classic approaches with additive manufacturingand the creative designs offered by Nature. Severalbiological models can be investigated to develop artificialsystems with high dexterity for the accomplishment ofcomplex tasks in unstructured environments. In particular,plants and soft invertebrates will be the focus of suchresearch. Due to their high plasticity, plants provideextraordinary examples of embodied intelligence andcomputation of the mechanics distributed on the wholeextended body (e.g., climbing plants). Thesecharacteristics are achieved thanks to tissue organizationand specialization, with integrated sensing and actuation.Soft invertebrates (e.g., octopus) have a soft body thatcan bend, elongate, and squeeze to adapt to complexenvironments. In summary, the expected work spans from

1 / 3

biological investigation to design, fabrication, andcharacterization of the artificial counterpart. The expectedoutputs are patents and publications in high impactjournals on the field.


The research will be developed on 3 main topics:- thestudy of biological models based on the interaction of softstructures (animals and plants) and the surroundingenvironment, with particular focus on handling andlocomotion in unstructured environments;- the realizationof models useful for understanding the mechanismsunderlying the functioning of such living beings;- theintegrated design of bio-inspired ¿soft¿ robotic systemscapable of performing complex tasks; The stronginterdependence of the three research lines will be supported by experimental activities.The research will becarried out together with IIT Bioinspired Soft RoboticsLab. Activities will take place both in the laboratories ofPoliMI and in the IIT facilities in Genoa.


PhD graduate will be able to: - critically observe thefunctionalities of living beings capable of carrying out acomplex task in an optimized way- develop the design ofa robot taking inspiration from Nature- develop modelscapable of replicating the operating principles behind theability of living beings to perform complex tasks andexploit them to increase knowledge on such mechanisms- manage the realization and development of a prototypeboth regarding the mechanical part and the control.

Job opportunities

Our last survey on MeccPhD Doctorates highlighteda100% employment rate within the first year and a 35%higher salary, compared Master of Science holders inthesame field.



Name of the research directors Prof. Simone Cinquemani, Dr. Barbara Mazzolai

Contacts

[email protected]; [email protected] [email protected] / 3






Financial aid is available for all PhD candidates (purchase of study books and materials,fundingfor participation in courses, summer schools, workshops and conferences):2nd year:1.534 euro3rd year: 1.534 euro Accommodation in Politecnico's Residences(http://www.residenze.polimi.it) is available for PhDcandidates; special rates will be applied toselected out-of-town candidates(detailed info in the call for application). Our candidates arestrongly encouraged to spend a research period abroad, joining high-levelresearch groups in thespecific PhD research topic, selected in agreement with the Supervisor. An increase in thescholarship will be applied for periods up to 6 months (approx. 550 euro/month- netamount). Teaching assistantship: availability of funding in recognition of supporting teachingactivitiesby the PhD candidate. There are various forms of financial aid for activities of support totheteaching practice. The PhD student is encouraged to take part in these activities, within thelimits allowed by the regulations.

3 / 3




Thematic Research Field: DEVELOPMENT AND QUALIFICATION OF ADVANCED

MEASURING SYSTEMS FOR INDUSTRY





Nowadays the role of measurements is no longer limitedto the estimation of physical quantities, but it also involvesthe smart processing of huge amounts of data in real time,to enable a full interaction with the surroundingenvironment and support the decision makersProductionline monitoring is quickly evolving, thanks to the possibilityto share the data in real time in the cloud and to theavailability of efficient processing approaches for big datamanipulation. Industrial sensing benefits from the hugeinnovations in space research and consumer electronics,that continuously push for a strong development ofsensors. In these scenarios, the availability of reliable andaccurate data plays a crucial role. This project is aimed atthe development and metrological qualification ofmeasuring solutions for networked sensors and big datamanipulation, for industrial and scientific applications. Themain goals of the research include the optimization of themeasuring approaches and data analysis to obtain areliable representation of the monitored system orprocess. The joint analysis and optimization of the dataacquisition and data processing for a networkmeasurement will be a key point of the research.


Development of new sensing solutions based on modernlow-cost and low-power hardware, to obtain efficient and

1 / 3

reliable measuring nodes. Development of dataprocessing strategies to obtain information on themonitored system by synergic analysis of data from anumber of sensors. Identification of optimizationtechniques for the maximization of plants performances inpresence of uncertainty.


We provide doctoral candidates with high-level scientifictraining, fostering and refining research and problemsolving abilities by focusing on both theoretical andexperimental skills. A PhD in Mechanical Engineering willbe able to layout, draft and carry on original research, byleading a research group or working in a team.

Job opportunities

National and international academic and non-academicinstitutions and organizations, engaged in innovation,research and technical development; high-tech SMEs,government departments. Our last survey on MeccPhDDoctorates highlighted a 100% employment rate withinthe first year and a 35% higher salary, compared Masterof Science holders in the same field.



Name of the research directors Prof. Marco Tarabini

Contacts

Phone 02 2399 8808

Email [email protected]





2 / 3


Financial aid is available for all PhD candidates (purchase of study books and materials,fundingfor participation in courses, summer schools, workshops and conferences): 2nd year:1.534 euro 3rd year: 1.534 euro Accommodation in Politecnico's Residences(http://www.residenze.polimi.it) is available for PhD candidates; special rates will be applied toselected out-of-town candidates (detailed info in the call for application). Our candidates arestrongly encouraged to spend a research period abroad, joining high-level research groups in thespecific PhD research topic, selected in agreement with the Supervisor. An increase in thescholarship will be applied for periods up to 6 months (approx. 550 euro/month - netamount). Teaching assistantship: availability of funding in recognition of supporting teachingactivities by the PhD candidate. There are various forms of financial aid for activities of support tothe teaching practice. The PhD student is encouraged to take part in these activities, within thelimits allowed by the regulations.

3 / 3




Thematic Research Field: DEVELOPMENT OF A NEW GENERATION IR SPECTROMETERS





The research focuses on the development of IRspectrometers with special attention to space application.Both, dispersion instruments and FTIRS will beconsidered and compared. FTIRS are cumbersome,massive instruments, often mounted on vibration insulatedbenches for the ground types. Promising but challengingFTIRS applications would be conditioned by the harshenvironments of exploratory missions onboard rovers onthe surface of bodies in the Solar system or on ground,mobile stations or drones for air pollution monitoring. Theobjective of this research is the development oflightweight vibrations tolerant spectrometers that wouldopen the way to many new applications.


The development of a new generation of spectrometerscan benefit of two main technical opportunities not yetimplemented on this kind of instruments: additivemanufacturing of the optomechanical structures and, largeavailability of power computing even onboard spacemissions. Both resources promise for substantialchanges. The first allows tuning thespectrometers physical characteristics with significantchange in the optomechanical systems dynamicbehaviour, with the tuning of resonance frequency andmodal shapes involving the optically sensitivecomponents. The second allows to reduce the need of

1 / 3

analog electronics by processing of the digital signals.


The Phd shall become an independent researcher withability to fully develop a research from the problemanalysis to the development of analytical/numericalmodelling up to the design and implementation of theexperimental setup for modelling validation. Design andmodelling measuring instrument as mechanical andthermal systems and modelling the generation of themeasured signals through the physical system shall be athe ordinary activity.

Job opportunities

List of Universities, Companies, Agencies and/or Nationalor International Institutions that are cooperating in theresearch: INAF, CNR, ASI, ESA, Leonardo co.(Finmeccanica) Our last survey on MeccPhD Doctorateshighlighted a 100% employment rate within the first yearand a 35% higher salary, compared Master of Scienceholders in the same field.



Name of the research directors Proff. Bortolino Saggin, Diego Scaccabarozzi

Contacts

Phone +390223998702 Email [email protected]






Financial aid is available for all PhD candidates (purchase of study books and materials,fundingfor participation in courses, summer schools, workshops and conferences): 2nd year:

2 / 3

1.534 euro3rd year: 1.534 euro. Accommodation in Politecnico's Residences(http://www.residenze.polimi.it) is available for PhD candidates; special rates will be applied toselected out-of-town candidates(detailed info in the call for application). Our candidates arestrongly encouraged to spend a research period abroad, joining high-levelresearch groups in thespecific PhD research topic, selected in agreement with the Supervisor. An increase in thescholarship will be applied for periods up to 6 months (approx. 550 euro/month- netamount). Teaching assistantship: availability of funding in recognition of supporting teachingactivitiesby the PhD candidate. There are various forms of financial aid for activities of support totheteaching practice. The PhD student is encouraged to take part in these activities, within thelimits allowed by the regulations.

3 / 3




Thematic Research Field: DIGITAL SOLUTIONS FOR PRODUCT-PROCESS DESIGN IN

ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING





Additive Manufacturing (AM) is currently acting as a gamechanger in many industrial sectors (e.g., aerospace, oiland gas, biomedical implants, machinery and tooling), asit represents an enabling technology for lightweightdesigns of highly-functionalized products, which are moredurable and reliable thanks to the reduction of the numberof components. These advantages are going to play acrucial role to sustain the transition towards greeneconomy and sustainable manufacturing(https://ec.europa.eu/clima/policies/transport/aviation_en). Despite of all the significant advantages brought by AM,research is still needed to face many open challenges, asthe reduction of product defectiveness, the increase ofshape complexity, the reduction of post-processing,mechanical properties enhancement, the increase ofprinted part size. The goal of this PhD research consistsof developing new solutions to solve these openchallenges by effectively combining virtual methods andreal data in an unifying framework. Advanced designmethods, combined with simulation and in-situ datamining (images, videos, signals) will be harmonized as acombined toolkit for in-situ qualification of innovative AMproducts in highly-regulated sectors (aerospace andbiomedical). The activity will cover different researchtopics of the Industry 4.0 paradigm (e.g., additive

1 / 3

manufacturing, digital twin, big data and analytics).


Topology optimization and novel design solutions (e.g.,lattice structures, functionally graded materials);Numerical models, product and process simulation, bigdata mining via machine learning and artificial intelligence(images and signals), post-process quality inspection (X-ray CT scan); experimental design and empirical processoptimization. The project is running linked to the cleansyproject AMATHO: https://www.amatho.org/


After successfully defending her/his thesis, the PhDcandidate will have a full understanding and a state-of-the-art expertise on tools and methods to design, optimize,monitor and control additively manufactured products

Job opportunities

The additive manufacturing market currently lacksresearchers and professionals with strong inter-disciplinary and inter-sectoral skills. This programme isaimed at bridging this gap. The development of novelintegrated solutions will also pave the way to start-upinitiatives and opportunities. List of universities,companies and International Institutions:- MassachusettsInstitute of Technology - Technical University Munich - Leonardo S.p.A. - Helicopters - Aerea SpA - ESA European Space Agency - ASI Italian Space Agency. Ourlast survey on MeccPhD Doctorates highlighted a 100%employment rate within the first year and a 35% highersalary, compared Master of Science holders in the samefield.



Name of the research directors Proff. Bianca Colosimo (DMEC), Prof. Sala (DAER)

Contacts

Phone: +39 0223998530 Email [email protected];

[email protected]

[email protected] / 3






Financial aid is available for all PhD candidates (purchase of study books and materials,fundingfor participation in courses, summer schools, workshops and conferences): 2nd year:1.534 euro3rd year: 1.534 euro. Accommodation in Politecnico's Residences(http://www.residenze.polimi.it) is available for PhD candidates; special rates will be applied toselected out-of-town candidates (detailed info in the call for application). Our candidates arestrongly encouraged to spend a research period abroad, joining high-levelresearch groups in thespecific PhD research topic, selected in agreement with the Supervisor. An increase in thescholarship will be applied for periods up to 6 months (approx. 550 euro/month- netamount). Teaching assistantship: availability of funding in recognition of supporting teachingactivities by the PhD candidate. There are various forms of financial aid for activities of support totheteaching practice. The PhD student is encouraged to take part in these activities, within thelimits allowed by the regulations.

3 / 3




Interdisciplinary Research Field: INNOVATIVE SIMULATION TECHNIQUES (CFD/FEM

COUPLING) FOR FOSTERING THE PRODUCTION SUSTAINABILITY AND REDUCING THE

WORKERS' HEALTH/SAFETY CONCERNS





Interdisciplinary PhD Grant The PhD research will be carried out in collaboration withresearch groups of the PhD programme in "ENERGYAND NUCLEAR SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY".See http://www.dottorato.polimi.it/index.php?id=242&L=1for further information.

Although heat-resistant alloys HRA components arewidely adopted in many high-performance applications,ranging from biomechanical to aerospace, itsmachinability is still a stimulating challenge both formanufacturing industries and for the research community.Typically, they can only be unprofitably processed at lowcutting speeds with the auxiliary of metalworking fluidsMWFs. Water miscible and oil-based cutting fluids(namely conventional cooling) are the most widelydiffused solutions for processing HRA even if it wasestimated that the costs associated to cutting fluidsaccount for the 25% of the overall manufacturing costsand they have detrimental effects on the overallenvironmental sustainability and on the workers¿ health.One of the most promising solutions for reducing theseissues and for increasing the machining performances isthe use of cryogenic fluids although it has not reached yet

1 / 3

a proper grade of maturity for being applied in industry.Indeed, a knowledge gap regarding the phenomenainvolved in cryogenic machining is still limiting its diffusion.This research aims at bridging this gap through thedevelopment of innovative simulations techniques thatcouple CFD (computational fluid dynamics) codes and FE(finite element) modelling of the machining operations. A procedure to experimentally validated the developedmodels needs to be conceived. The arranged simulatingstrategies could even be used in other fields. Forinstance, they could be profitably adopted for improvingthe cooling approaches of new generation of engines andelectrical motors. Several international publications onpeer reviewed journals are expected.


Specific CFD simulations methodologies need to bedeveloped (i.e. using OpenFoam) in order to model thecomplex phenomena involved in cryogenic cutting (i.e.single component, multi-phase with heat transfer, multi-components gas flow with Lagrangian spray, jet-wallinteraction, conjugate heat transfer, etc.). The CFDsimulation techniques need to be experimentallyvalidated. For that purpose, a specific test rig will beconceived, developed and sensorized. CFD simulationmodels can be coupled with machining FE model in orderto simulate cryogenic cutting. An experimental procedurefor validating the coupled simulations needs to bedeveloped.


The candidate should attend courses/seminars forenhancing his/her soft-skills and specific courses thatshould help the research development.

Job opportunities

Universities: few national and international collaborationsare active from both the proposing departments.Companies: Machine Tool manufacturers, toolmanufacturer, SIAD, Software Houses (i.e. Transvalor).Our last survey on MeccPhD Doctorates highlighted a100% employment rate within the first year and a 35%higher salary, compared Master of Science holders in thesame field.

2 / 3



Name of the research directors Proff. Paolo Albertelli, Tommaso Lucchini

Contacts

[email protected], [email protected], [email protected]






Financial aid is available for all PhD candidates (purchase of study books and materials, fundingfor participation in courses, summer schools, workshops and conferences): 2nd year: 1.534 euro3rd year: 1.534 euro. Accommodation in Politecnico's Residences (http://www.residenze.polimi.it)is available for PhD candidates; special rates will be applied to selected out-of-town candidates(detailed info in the call for application). Our candidates are strongly encouraged to spend aresearch period abroad, joining high-level research groups in the specific PhD research topic,selected in agreement with the Supervisor. An increase in the scholarship will be applied forperiods up to 6 months (approx. 550 euro/month - net amount). Teaching assistantship:availability of funding in recognition of supporting teaching activities by the PhD candidate. Thereare various forms of financial aid for activities of support to the teaching practice. The PhDstudent is encouraged to take part in these activities, within the limits allowed by the regulations.

3 / 3




Thematic Research Field: INVESTIGATION OF LASER BEAM SHAPING FOR HEAT

TRANSFER CONTROL IN LASER WELDING





Laser welding has demonstrated its capacity to generatehigh quality seams for highly demanding applications suchas aerospace, aviation, and automotive. Both remote andproximity welding operations have been adoptinggenerating several system configurations handlingdifferent seam types such as butt, lap and t-joint. Theprocessed materials, thicknesses, joint configurations,and gaps can vary within the operation of a flexiblewelding system. This rises the necessity to control energyinput both in spatial and temporal domains. Laser beamshaping with high brilliance solid state fiber lasers is a keyability that allows to form the power distribution of thebeam with optical and electronical control means. The useof unconventional beam shapes such (eg. donut, flat-top,combined Gaussians), as well as beam oscillations ondemand allow new parameter spaces to be explored andused. The PhD project aims to study the novel beamshaping solutions to have a greater control over the heatinput during the welding operation in order to resolve welddefects such as gaps, distortions, porosity and lack ofpenetration.


Implementation of in-source and in-head beam

shaping solutions. Beam characterization.

1.

Optical and thermal modelling of the welding operation2.1 / 3

with shaped beams.

Experimental analysis and in-process diagnostics with

high speed imaging. Characterization of the welds and

model validation.

3.


We provide doctoral candidates with high-level scientifictraining, fostering and refining research and problemsolving abilities by focusing on both theoretical andexperimental skills. A PhD in Mechanical Engineering willbe able to layout, draft and carry on original research, byleading a research group or working in a team.

Job opportunities

Italy and Lombardy Region have leading positions inmanufacturing worldwide. Our last survey showed thatMeccPhD Doctorates are 100% employed within the firstyear in national and international companies andacademic and non-academic research institutions,engaged in innovation, research and technicaldevelopment. List of Universities, Companies, Agenciesand/or National or International Institutions that arecooperating in the research:- BLM Group(www.blmgroup.com) - University of Cambridge - DelftUniversity of Technology - University of Twente -Cranfield University



Name of the research directors Prof. Barbara Previtali

Contacts

0223998530 [email protected] https://www.mecc.polimi.it/ricerca/sezioni/tecnologie-meccaniche-e-produzione/




2 / 3



Financial aid is available for all PhD candidates (purchase of study books and materials, fundingfor participation in courses, summer schools, workshops and conferences): 2nd year: 1.534 euro3rd year: 1.534 euro. Accommodation in Politecnico's Residences(http://www.residenze.polimi.it) is available for PhD candidates; special rates will be applied toselected out-of-town candidates (detailed info in the call for application). Our candidates arestrongly encouraged to spend a research period abroad, joining high-level research groups in thespecific PhD research topic, selected in agreement with the Supervisor. An increase in thescholarship will be applied for periods up to 6 months (approx. 550 euro/month - net amount). Teaching assistantship: availability of funding in recognition of supporting teaching activities bythe PhD candidate. There are various forms of financial aid for activities of support to the teachingpractice. The PhD student is encouraged to take part in these activities, within the limits allowedby the regulations.

3 / 3




Open subject Research Field: METHODS AND TOOLS TO DEVELOP NEW PRODUCTS IN

INDUSTRY 4.0 CONTEXT





The Industry 4.0 revolution does not only concernmanufacturing but directly involves product developmentactivities. This research field concerns the methods andtools providing systematic support to product developmentfrom idea generation to concept verification, embodimentand detail phases, with the overall goal of increasinginnovation success rates. The specific research objectiveof the thesis will concern at least one of the followings:design creativity enhancement, early concept evaluationthrough functional digital mock-ups, design automation,Virtual and Augmented Reality applications, DigitalHuman Modeling, Design Automation, Green andSustainable Design.


The research will be developed by referring to bothemerging and established methodologies andtechnologies such as: Collaborative creativity, Bio-Inspired Design, Interactive Virtual Prototyping,Augmented Reality, Virtual Reality, Reverse Engineering,Knowledge Based Engineering (KBE), multi-objectiveOptimization, Design for Additive Manufacturing, Designfor Sustainable Behaviour.

Educational objectives Operational competences on up-to-date methodologiesand technologies for the development of innovative and

1 / 3

user-friendly products. Capability to interpret technologyevolution and the dynamics of product innovation. R&Dskills for scientific and industrial applications. Soft skillsabout delivery of scientific talks, drafting of project reportsand scientific papers, delivery of presentations to industry.

Job opportunities

The research experience in this area will nurture theability to develop research activities within an academicand/or an industrial context, according to the specificobjectives of the thesis. Therefore, career opportunitieswill be related to university research and educationalposition, industrial R&D departments, key roles in theproduct development cycle such as product manager,process manager etc. Our last survey on MeccPhDDoctorates highlighted a 100% employment rate withinthe first year and a 35% higher salary, compared Masterof Science holders in the same field.



Name of the research directors Proff. Colombo, Cascini, Ferrise

Contacts

[email protected], +39 02 2399 8202 https://www.mecc.polimi.it/ricerca/personale-docente/personale-docente/prof-giorgio-colombo/

[email protected], +39 02 2399 8463 https://www.mecc.polimi.it/ricerca/personale-docente/personale-docente/prof-gaetano-cascini/

[email protected],+39 02 2399 8232https://www.mecc.polimi.it/ricerca/personale-docente/personale-docente/prof-francesco-ferrise/

[email protected]




2 / 3



Financial aid is available for all PhD candidates (purchase of study books and materials,fundingfor participation in courses, summer schools, workshops and conferences):2nd year:1.534 euro 3rd year: 1.534 euro. Accommodation in Politecnico's Residences(http://www.residenze.polimi.it) is available for PhDcandidates; special rates will be applied toselected out-of-town candidates(detailed info in the call for application). Our candidates arestrongly encouraged to spend a research period abroad, joining high-levelresearch groups in thespecific PhD research topic, selected in agreement with the Supervisor. An increase in thescholarship will be applied for periods up to 6 months (approx. 550 euro/month- netamount). Teaching assistantship: availability of funding in recognition of supporting teachingactivitiesby the PhD candidate. There are various forms of financial aid for activities of support tothe teaching practice. The PhD student is encouraged to take part in these activities, within thelimits allowed by the regulations.

3 / 3




Thematic Research Field: MINIATURIZED MAGNESIUM-BASED INTRAOCULAR DEVICES

FOR DRUG DELIVERY





Age related macular degeneration (AMD) is a chronic andprogressive disease of the central part of the retina, andthe main cause of vision loss among people over 50 yearsof age in developed countries. The most effectivetherapeutic procedure is represented by intravitrealinjections of drugs based on vascular endothelial growthfactor inhibitors (anti-VEGF), though such treatmentsrepresent a significant burden to patients, caregivers andclinicians. We propose a novel method of drug deliverythat will be embodied by an intraocular, injectable,biodegradable drug delivery device, made of magnesiumshells and loaded with anti-VEGF drugs. This device willreduce the side effects associated with current therapyand the costs associated with current clinical practice.From the technical point of view, the challenge is tominiaturize the device so as to make it small enough to beinserted into a conventional ocular needle (ext. diam.:0.72/0.64 mm).


The device design will be based on fluid-dynamicnumerical models of the eye, Mg corrosion and drugdelivery (CMIC), with experimentally determinedparameters. Once produced, the prototype will be testedin-vitro for toxicity, biocompatibility, possible interactionwith anti-VEGF drugs, degradation times, drug release.

1 / 3

Feedstock extrusion (followed by debinding and sintering),wire drawing and micromachining are themicromanufacturing processes that will be studied bydesign of experiments and numerical simulationtechniques to correctly design tools and processparameters (MEC).


The challenges that the successful student will have toface are both theoretical and experimental. Among these,one can list:

Strengthening the synergy between functionality

and manufacturing of advanced biomedical devices.

•

Defining innovative design methods under the

industrial feasibility constraint.

•

Learning techniques to carry out

experimentation/modelling work in a multidisciplinary

field

•

Developing the capability of selecting/using

advanced manufacturing processes to solve biomedical

device manufacturing tasks

•

Learning how to develop a biomedical device and

demonstrate its functional effectiveness.

•

Job opportunities

The research impact is scientifically relevant thanks to itsinterdisciplinarity, but is also relevant for industry andsociety. Job opportunities are mainly related to thebiomedical field and in particular, to biomedical devicedevelopment and production. Besides this, jobopportunities will be with national and internationalacademic and non-academic institutions andorganizations, engaged in innovation, research andtechnical development. Our last survey on MeccPhDDoctorates highlighteda 100% employment rate within thefirst year and a 35% higher salary, compared Master ofScience holders in thesame field.



Name of the research directors Proff. Massimiliano Annoni, Federica Boschetti

2 / 3

Contacts

Phone: +39 02 2399 8536Email: [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]






Financial aid is available for all PhD candidates (purchase of study books and materials,fundingfor participation in courses, summer schools, workshops and conferences):2nd year:1.534 euro 3rd year: 1.534 euro. Accommodation in Politecnico's Residences(http://www.residenze.polimi.it) is available for PhD candidates; special rates will be applied toselected out-of-town candidates(detailed info in the call for application). Our candidates arestrongly encouraged to spend a research period abroad, joining high-levelresearch groups in thespecific PhD research topic, selected in agreement with the Supervisor.An increase in thescholarship will be applied for periods up to 6 months (approx. 550 euro/month- netamount). Teaching assistantship: availability of funding in recognition of supporting teachingactivities by the PhD candidate. There are various forms of financial aid for activities of support tothe teaching practice. The PhD student is encouraged to take part in these activities, within thelimits allowed by the regulations.

3 / 3




Thematic Research Field: NOVEL SOLUTIONS FOR BIG DATA MINING IN ADDITIVE

MANUFACTURING AND 3D BIOPRINTING





ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING (AM), also known as 3DPRINTING is one of the key enabling technologiesfostering a digital transition towards sustainablemanufacturing in many industrial sectors (biomedical,aerospace, oil and gas, among the others). In thisframework, our team focuses on developing new solutionsfor INTELLIGENT BIG DATA MINING in two mainresearch domains: METAL AM (with powder bed fusionand bound metal deposition) and 3D BIOPRINTING(printing tissues and organoids by combining living cellswith novel bioinks).The topic of intelligent data mining inAM and 3D bioprinting represents a significant game-changer for the take-off of these technologies. Most of theexisting solutions provides a huge amount of information,in form of signals, images and videoimages. Theappropriate use of this significant amount of availabledata, gathered in-situ and in-line, via data science (i.e.,industrial statistics, machine learning, Artificialintelligence) represents a strategic opportunity to achievesignificant advantages: i) gaining a deep understandingof the process mechanisms and its main limitations (rangeof defects, failure rate, shape complexity, new materialsand multimaterial); ii) supporting new processdevelopment and process optimization; iii) designingnovel solutions for in-situ quality monitoring and control of

1 / 4

AM and bioprinting. In this area we are creating amultidisciplinary team, involving data scientists,engineers, biologists to solve the main open challenges tobe overcome worldwide.


The multidisciplinary research training will focus on dataanalysis (machine learning, AI), in-depth understanding ofAM or bioprinting processes, sensors and processcontrol/optimization expertise by combining PhD courseswith training on-the-job based on experimental andnumerical activities. Depending on the PhD candidate¿sspecific focus on Metal AM or 3D bioprinting, she/he willwork in one of the two research labs:- AddMe Lab:equipped with all the existing solutions for metal AM (laserand electron-beam powder bed fusion; new extrusion-based metal AM system - Desktop Metal). The lab is alsoequipped with newly patented Laser powder bed fusionsprototypes for highly sensored metal AM with qualitycontrol. - 3D cell Lab: equipped with three bioprintingsystems- extrusion and ink-jet system (BioX); DLPstereolitography (Lumen X). Since October 2021, the labwill be equipped with the first release worldwide of a newsystem based on multiphoton sterolitography for high-speed bioprinting of high resolution constructs(micrometric resolution) for vascularized tissues.


We are looking for engineers, computer scientists orbiologists that want to complement their currentbackground to achieve a multidisciplinary research profileable to combine data mining with AM or 3D bioprintingprocess knowledge to target many applied and scientificresearch questions arising in industries and academia.Depending on the PhD candidate's background andspecific interest, she/he will be associated to one specificPhD topic dealing with metal AM or 3D bioprinting. In boththese areas (AM or bioprinting) the candidate will join aresearch team already involved in these two researchstreams.

Job opportunitiesData analysis and data scientists, experts in Industry 4.0,experts of metal AM processes; expert of 3D bioprinting.All these profiles allow you to go on with a career in

2 / 4

research in industry or academia or to possibly create anew start-up.Depending on the specific research area (onmetal AM or 3D bioprinting) connections are currentlyrunning with: Metal AM:- Massachusetts Institute ofTechnology (prof. John Hart and Cem Tasan - GeorgiaTech (prof. Kamran Paynabar) - Nanyang technologyUniversity (prof. Seita) - European Space Agency -Projects currently running with companies: Trumpf(Germany); Ge Avio Aero (Italy); Baker Hughes (Italy);Lima corporate (Italy) 3D bioprinting:- Prof. DavideMoscatelli's research group in Polimi (new biomaterials) - Humanitas Medical School (neurological tissues)- European Space Agency (bioprinting for spaceapplications) - Georgia Tech (prof. Kamran Paynabar -data science) - IEO Institute of European Oncology - Fraunhofer Stuttgart (biointelligent manufacturing) -Cellink (bioprinters). Our last survey on MeccPhDDoctorates highlighted a 100% employment rate withinthe first year and a 35% higher salary, compared Masterof Science holders in the same field.



Name of the research directors Prof. Bianca Maria Colosimo

Contacts

Phone: +39 -0223998522 - +39 -0223998530 Email : [email protected], [email protected]






3 / 4

Financial aid is available for all PhD candidates (purchase of study books and materials,fundingfor participation in courses, summer schools, workshops and conferences): 2nd year:1.534 euro 3rd year: 1.534 euro. Accommodation in Politecnico's Residences(http://www.residenze.polimi.it) is available for PhD candidates; special rates will be applied toselected out-of-town candidates(detailed info in the call for application). Our candidates arestrongly encouraged to spend a research period abroad, joining high-levelresearch groups in thespecific PhD research topic, selected in agreement with the Supervisor. An increase in thescholarship will be applied for periods up to 6 months (approx. 550 euro/month- netamount). Teaching assistantship: availability of funding in recognition of supporting teachingactivitiesby the PhD candidate. There are various forms of financial aid for activities of support totheteaching practice. The PhD student is encouraged to take part in these activities, within thelimits allowed by the regulations.

4 / 4

PhD in INGEGNERIA MECCANICA / MECHANICAL …

Documents

Transcript of PhD in INGEGNERIA MECCANICA / MECHANICAL …