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Advanced modelling of mechanical component lifecycle PhD
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An Artificial Intelligence–based Approach to Estimate the Cost of Net-Zero Transition PhD
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Big data analytics for industrial application PhD
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Computational Modelling of Multiaxial Overloads
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Corrosion-sensitive Multiscale Fatigue Modelling PhD
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Deep learning based super resolution PhD
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Design of novel interlayers in W-W diffusion-bonded joints for large nuclear shielding components applications PhD
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Design of Vehicle Health Management Processor for Real-Time Failure Analysis of Avionic Systems PhD
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Developing the data management platform within digital twins PhD
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Development and Tribological Testing of Omniphobic Surfaces PhD
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Development of an internet of things based thermography inspection system PhD
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Digital image correlation for determining material’s constitutive properties PhD
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Extreme learning to handle big data PhD
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Failure models for transmission gears health monitoring PhD
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Fault diagnostics of electrical motor using magnetic flux sensor PhD
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