Modelling and simulation of polymer ageing and degradation

1 Research Collaborator position

(Deadline November 29^th, 2017 12:00 )

Fields

Polymers; Degradation and ageing; Chemo-physical coupling; Reaction-diffusion systems

Activity

Modelling and simulation of degradation effects in polymers using reaction-diffusion partial differential equations. Prediction of the loss of adhesion of a polymer from a substrate, the change of light transmission properties of the polymer, the interaction with Silicon due to oxidation effects

Profile

Researcher with expertise in modelling and simulation of ageing in polymers caused by chemical reactions promoted by heat transfer and moisture diffusion

Formal requirements

A PhD in Chemistry, Materials Science, Engineering Chemistry, or related areas

Specific requirements

Researcher with expertise in modelling and simulation of chemical reaction and diffusion phenomena in polymers, along with modelling of their mechanical behaviour using the finite element method

Gross amount

3.800€

Duration

2 months

Job Research Area:

CSSE

Job Research Unit:

MUSAM

Job Contract Type:

Contratto di lavoro autonomo

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