Centre des Matériaux
Pierre-Marie Fourt
Pierre-Marie Fourt
Lecture
Bio-based aerogels: new eco-friendly porous materials for thermal insulation and controlled release
| Area of expertise | Mechanics |
| Doctoral School | ISMME - Systems Engineering, Materials, Mechanics, Energy |
| Supervisor | M. Samuel FOREST |
| Co-supervisor | M. Kais AMMAR |
| Research unit | Centre of materials |
| Starting date | October 1st 2025 |
| Keywords | Crystal plasticity, damage, EBSD, FIB, uniaxial and biaxial mechanical testing, Zinc alloy coating |
| Abstract | This research will focus on understanding the relationship between the microstructure of Zn-Al-Mg coatings and their mechanical behavior under different loading conditions. The project will employ a multi-scale approach, combining experimental techniques such as mechanical testing, microscopy (SEM, EBSD, and TEM), and advanced characterization methods to capture the microstructural evolution during deformation. Numerical simulations will be used systematically to interpret experimental results at the grain scale using crystal plasticity simulations combined with prediction of damage initiation and propagation. The work will benefit from previous close cooperation between OCAS and Mines Paris, allowing for a comparison of the mechanical properties of several coatings with different chemical compositions. |
| Profile | : Engineer and / or Master of Science - Good level of general and scientific culture. Good level of knowledge of French (B2 level in french is required) and English. (B2 level in english is required) Good analytical, synthesis, innovation and communication skills. Qualities of adaptability and creativity. Teaching skills. Motivation for research activity. Coherent professional project. Prerequisite (specific skills for this thesis): Mechanics of materials Mechanical Metallurgy Computational Mechanics Constitutive equations for viscoplasticity Applicants should supply the following : • a detailed resume • a copy of the identity card or passport • a covering letter explaining the applicant’s motivation for the position • detailed exam results • two references : the name and contact details of at least two people who could be contacted • to provide an appreciation of the candidate • Your notes of M1, M2 • level of English equivalent TOEIC to be sent to recrutement_these@mat.mines-paristech.fr |
| Funding | ANR Financement d'Agences de financement de la recherche |
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