Master's Thesis - Optimization of Gating Systems

• Develop and validate a methodology for optimizing gating systems for large cast components
• Investigate and apply topological and parametric optimization methods to design efficient gating geometries
• Evaluate developed concepts in terms of castability, thermal stress, and susceptibility to defects
• Consider real-world defect patterns in the optimization results
• Integrate the developed methodology into existing development processes and tools

• Master’s degree students in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related field
• Good to very good academic performance
• Basic knowledge of casting technology and/or flow simulation, as well as programming skills (preferably in Python), is desirable
• Experience with optimization methods (e.g., topology optimization, parametric optimization) and simulation software (e.g., Flow3D, MAGMASOFT, OpenFOAM) is a plus
• Ability to work independently and solve problems experimentally
• German language skills at B2 level, English at B1 level

Experience with optimization methods (e.g., topology optimization, parametric optimization) and simulation software (e.g., Flow3D, MAGMASOFT, OpenFOAM)

Remote working up to 20%