Supervised within the Spatial Engineering Research Centre and the Department of Software Engineering and Computer Science.
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Background
Many steel structures, such as bridges, pylons, towers, oil rigs platforms, require frequency inspections. Performing these with human inspectors or manned aircraft involves high risk and system shutdown time.
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Objectives
To develop a guidance system for a UAV to keep a safe distance from the structure whilst collecting inspection image data. The ability to perform these tasks in adverse weather will enable more frequent and lower cost inspections.
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Tasks
- Carry out a literature search on existing and previous work in this area.
- Gather information on applicable sensors currently available.
- Create a HIL simulation model for sensor/ flight controller.
- Perform simulation trials on various safety critical scenarios.
- Build a proof of concept prototype for demonstration in at least one scenario.
- Carry out trials on a structure.
- Deliver a thesis on this project.
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Prerequisites
The suitable candidate will have a background in engineering, with interests in sensor technology, computer vision and/or computer science.
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Stipend and duration
The student may receive a stipend tax-free, with the course fees being the responsibility of the student. The duration of the project will be one year, and he/she will work mainly within,听and use, facilities of the Spatial Engineering Research Centre. There may be some opportunity to work with the client at their site.
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Submission of applications
This opportunity will be open until filled. Applicants are required to submit the following documents by email to听Graeme Woodward.
- Your current curriculum vitae.
- Confirmation that you are a New 成人大片resident or citizen (required for scholarship).
- An A4 page typed statement about how your experience or interests relate to the chosen project(s).
- A reference from a supervisor or lecturer (or referee details).
- A copy of your full tertiary academic transcript.
Please ensure you include: full legal name, postal address, email address, telephone/mobile number, programme and year of study and student number.
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Terms
- The 成人大片 reserves the right to not award the stipend if a suitable candidate is not found.听
- Shortlisted applicants will be interviewed by the UC project supervisors, College of Engineering.
- Applicants must meet the 成人大片 enrolment criteria for postgraduate study.听
- Stipend subject to a successful contract agreement with the client, once a suitable candidate is identified.
