Course summary
Industrial applications such as aviation systems widely suffer from a particular type of fault known as No-Fault-Fault (NFF). Term NFF points to the fact that real failure remains hidden during the general troubleshooting due to its random nature. Hence, the potential failure cannot be fixed by evaluating technicians; and of course, it profoundly adds to the maintenance costs. Cause of NFF is attributed to various issues including oxidation, mechanical stresses (vibration) electromagnetic fields, poor design and bad/wrong operation. They cause various intermittency issues in; for instance, chassis, PCBs, connectors, cables and wires as the system gradually ages. The intermittent fault is a malfunction of a device or system that occurs at intervals (presenting irregularity) in a device or system that functions normally at other times. In many industrial applications such as in-line replaceable unit (LRU) of aviation systems, intermittent faults found in the power chain of a system can be cascaded into other electronic circuitry, processors, microcontrollers, and memories causing random intermittent failures.
Assessment method
Research project.
Entry requirements
A minimum of a 2:1 first degree in a relevant discipline/subject area (e.g. aerospace, automotive, mechanical, electrical, chemical, computing, and manufacturing) with a minimum 60% mark in the project element or equivalent with a minimum 60% overall module average.; the potential to engage in innovative research and to complete the PhD within a three-year period of study.; a minimum of English language proficiency (IELTS overall minimum score of 6.5).; also, the candidate is expected to:; have excellent analytical, reporting and communication skills; be self-motivated, independent and team player; be genuine enthusiasm for the subject and technology; have the willing to publish research findings in international journals.
Fees and funding
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Provider information
Cranfield University
Cranfield
Bedford
MK43 0AL