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Reference Number EP/Y035631/1
Title EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Net Zero Aviation
Status Funded
Energy Categories Energy Efficiency(Transport) 100%;
Research Types Training 100%
Science and Technology Fields ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY (Mechanical, Aeronautical and Manufacturing Engineering) 100%
UKERC Cross Cutting Characterisation Not Cross-cutting 100%
Principal Investigator Professor P Laskaridis

Sch of Aerospace, Transport & Manufac
Cranfield University
Award Type Standard
Funding Source EPSRC
Start Date 01 April 2025
End Date 30 September 2032
Duration 90 months
Total Grant Value £7,929,044
Industrial Sectors Transport Systems and Vehicles
Region East of England
Programme EPSRC Training Grants
 
Investigators Principal Investigator Professor P Laskaridis , Sch of Aerospace, Transport & Manufac, Cranfield University (99.991%)
  Other Investigator Dr GM Burt , Electronic and Electrical Engineering, University of Strathclyde (0.001%)
Dr P Norman , Electronic and Electrical Engineering, University of Strathclyde (0.001%)
Professor C Featherston , Engineering, Cardiff University (0.001%)
Dr R Navaratne , Engineering, Cardiff University (0.001%)
Dr F Fanicchia , Sch of Aerospace, Transport & Manufac, Cranfield University (0.001%)
Dr GB Gratton , Sch of Aerospace, Transport & Manufac, Cranfield University (0.001%)
Dr E Pontika , Sch of Aerospace, Transport & Manufac, Cranfield University (0.001%)
Dr BJ Brooks , NCAS, University of Leeds (0.001%)
Professor Y Xie , Faculty of Business and Law, Anglia Ruskin University (0.001%)
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Objectives
Abstract The EPSRC CDT in Net Zero Aviation in partnership with Industry will collaboratively train the innovators and researchers needed to find the novel, disruptive solutions to decarbonise aviation and deliver the UK's Jet Zero and ATI's Destination Zero strategies. The CDT will also establish the UK as an international hub for technology, innovation and education for Net Zero Aviation, attracting foreign and domestic investment as well as strengthening the position of existing UK companies. The CDT in Net Zero Aviation is fully aligned with and will directly contribute to EPSRC's "Frontiers in Engineering and Technology" and "Engineering Net Zero" priority areas. The resulting skills, knowledge, methods and tools will be decisive in selecting, integrating, evaluating, maturing and de-risking the technologies required to decarbonise aviation. A systems engineering approach will be developed and delivered in close collaboration with industry to successfully integrate theoretical, computational and experimental methods while forging cross theme collaborations that combine science, technology and engineering solutions with environmental and socio-economic aspects. Decarbonising aviation can bring major opportunities for new business models and services that also requires a new policy and legislative frameworks. A tailored, aviation focused training programme addressing commercialisation and route to market for the Net Zero technologies, operations and infrastructure will be delivered increasing transport and employment sustainability and accessibility while improving transport connectivity and resilience. Over the next decade innovative solutions are needed to tackle the decarbonisation challenges. This can be only achieved by training doctoral Innovation and Research Leaders in Net Zero Aviation, able to grasp the technology from scientific fundamentals through to applied engineering while understanding the associated science, economics and social factors as well as aviation's unique operational realities, business practices and needs. Capturing the interdependencies and interactions of these disciplines a transdisciplinary programme is offered. These ambitious targets can only be realised through a cohort-based approach and a consortium involving the most suitable partners. Under the guidance of the consortium's leadership team, students will develop the required ethos and skills to bridge traditional disciplinary boundaries and provide innovative and collaborative solutions. Peer to peer learning and exposure to an appropriate mix of disciplines and specialities will provide the opportunity for individuals and interdisciplinary teams to collaborate with each other and ensure that the graduates of the CDT will be able to continually explore and further develop opportunities within, as well as outside, their selected area of research. Societal aspects that include public engagement, awareness, acceptance and influencing consumer behaviour will be at the heart of the training, research and outreach activities of the CDT. Integration of such multidisciplinary topics requires long term thinking and awareness of "global" issues that go beyond discipline and application specific solutions. As such the following transdisciplinary Training and Research Themes will be covered:1. Aviation Zero emission technologies: sustainable aviation fuels, hydrogen and electrification2. Ultra-efficient future aircraft, propulsion systems, aerodynamic and structural synergies3. Aerospace materials & manufacturing, circular economy and sustainable life cycle4. Green Aviation Operations and Infrastructure5. Cross cutting disciplines: Commercialisation, Social, Economic and Environmental aspects 75 students across the UK, from diverse backgrounds and communities will be recruited
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