INT-27041 INTERNSHIP - DESIGN AND OPTIMIZATION OF A FILAMENT-WOUND COMPOSITE PRESSURE VESSEL FOR HYDROGEN STORAGE

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Compulsory Internship | Hautcharage | 6 Months

Are you passionate about research? So are we! Come and join us

How will you contribute?

You will contribute to the design and optimization of a filament-wound composite pressure vessel for hydrogen storage applications.

You will be mainly in charge of:

Reviewing the state of the art and defining the main design requirements.

Developing numerical models of the structure using finite-element analysis tools, such as Abaqus.

Studying the influence of fibre orientation, material properties and geometry on structural performance.

Using programming tools, such as Python, for parametric studies and optimization.

Analysing the results and contributing to the preparation of technical recommendations.

Supporting experimental validation, if feasible using available resources.

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Education

• Master’s student in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, materials science or a related field.
• Basic knowledge of composite materials, structural mechanics and numerical modelling

Hard skills

• Interest in composite structures and mechanical design.
• Knowledge of finite-element analysis is an advantage.
• Basic programming skills, preferably in Python, are appreciated.
• Knowledge of Abaqus or similar software is an asset.

Soft skills

• Analytical and curious mindset.
• Motivation to learn and work on a research-oriented topic.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good organizational and communication skills.

Language skills

• Good command of English and French, both written and spoken.
• Knowledge of other languages is an asset.