Master Thesis - CFD study of different ignition systems for future fuel engines

Job description

Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport solutions for the future? If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match. 

Background

With global warming’s impact, diesel and gasoline are being replaced by alternative fuels with lower or zero carbon emissions. These fuels are gaining popularity due to their similar combustion properties.
Volvo Penta, a leader in marine and industrial engines, is committed to sustainable solutions. At the Lundby campus in Gothenburg, a diverse team of experts is innovating to reduce the environmental impact.
We seek motivated master students interested in simulation modeling to help explore these sustainable solutions.

Thesis work Objective

Define the requirements from a combustion perspective to achieve good combustion performance for alternative fuels.

·  Build a  single cylinder engine model in Converge  using existing models within Volvo Penta or Volvo Group. 
·  Use 1-D boundary conditions to try different operating points and conditions for the 3-D simulation
·  Simulate different ignition systems and report the influence on combustion performance
·  Simulate different combustion chamber designs and report the influence the designs have on the combustion performance
·  Perform a sensitivity study of different engine strategies  and the influence on the combustion performance.
·  Recommend the benefits of the concept designs and strategies for a marine application

Qualifications and Personal Profile

You should have knowledge of:

·  Internal combustion engines
·  CFD simulations
 

Preferred masters programme:
Mechanical engineering, Fluid mechanics, Applied mechanics

Thesis Level: Master (30 ECTS points)
Language: English
Starting date: January 2025
Number of students: 1-2 students
Last application date: 20 October
Entity: AB Volvo Penta
State/Province: Västra Götaland
City/Town: Göteborg
Employment/Assignment Type: Thesis
Functional Area: Technology

CAE Simulation

CAE Simulation team at Volvo Penta consists of over 20 skilled engineers working within many CAE simulation areas (CFD, 1-D,  Vehicle sim).
We use modern commercial CAE software’s and powerful hardware to meet the high set demands.
 

Warm welcome to join our team!

Contact persons

Patrik Landberg, Performance engineer, patrik.landberg@volvo.com

We value your data privacy and therefore do not accept applications via mail. 

Who we are and what we believe in 
Our focus on Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity allows each of us the opportunity to bring our full authentic self to work and thrive by providing a safe and supportive environment, free of harassment and discrimination. We are committed to removing the barriers to entry, which is why we ask that even if you feel you may not meet every qualification on the job description, please apply and let us decide.

Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group . Every day, across the globe, our trucks, buses, engines, construction equipment, financial services, and solutions make modern life possible. We are almost 100,000 people empowered to shape the future landscape of efficient, safe and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents with sharp minds and passion across the group’s leading brands and entities. 

 

Volvo Penta , a world-leading supplier of engines and complete drive systems for marine and industrial applications, you will be part of a global and diverse team of highly skilled professionals who works with passion, trust each other and embraces change to stay ahead. We make our customers win.

Job Category:  Technology Engineering

Organization:  Volvo Penta

Travel Required:  No Travel Required

Requisition ID:  13788