Consortium of Hybrid Resilient Energy Systems Faculty Research Program (FRP)

Organization
National Energy Technology Laboratory (NETL)
Reference Code
NETL-CHRES-2021-FRP
How to Apply

Please visit https://orise.orau.gov/netl/applicants/index.html to learn more about the program and the application process.

Application Deadline
2/26/2021 11:59:59 PM Eastern Time Zone
Description

NETL has pioneered the use of cyber physical systems(CPS) to develop promising hybrid energy systems. This approach has provided a new paradigm when integrating complex processes, and its utility has been demonstrated on concepts even before a process concept reaches full maturity. NETL’s Hybrid Performance (Hyper) project has applied this approach in the case of the FC/GT hybrid power system for around 20 years. NETL now wants to extend this approach to other hybrid systems and other research areas. This education opportunity will establish two CPS systems: CPS reformer and FC/ICE hybrid systems, by coupling real time models with hardware. The research projects include: 1) real-time dynamic simulation; 2) the development of the middleware of the cyber physical systems; 3) component design and modification for the hybrid integration; 4) demonstrations of cyber-physical systems.

Learning objectives for this opportunity include:

1) Learn to operate the dSpace real time modeling platform and associated Control Desk to couple the hardware with virtual systems
2) Implement the real-time models in the dSpace platform
3) Learn to build the middle ware and communication between physical and virtual systems
4) Learn to operate a hybrid facility and write test plans. This will include training on thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, power cycles,
and cyber physical systems.
5) Prepare a research paper and presentation based on the project results.

Qualifications

To be eligible, you must:

  • Be a full-time regular permanent faculty member at an accredited college/university with a research interest in NETL core R&D areas.
  • Be a U.S. Citizen
  • Be associated with one of the following universities:
    • Universidad Ana G. Méndez
    • University of Texas at El Paso
    • University of New Mexico
    • University of Puerto Rico at Mayaguez

Additional requirements:

  • Must provide a detailed statement of educational objectives and projected benefits to be realized as a result of the appointment.
  • Part-time appointment candidates must submit a Part-Time Approval Form.
  • Sabbatical appointment candidates must include a statement describing the financial arrangements with their academic institution , including fringe benefits paid by the institution (state as a percentage of salary and itemize)

The ideal candidate would have a strong background in some, but not all, of these elements: Matlab-Simulink programming, thermodynamics, middleware interface, dynamic controls.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Degree: Master's Degree or Doctoral Degree.
  • Discipline(s):
    • Chemistry and Materials Sciences (12 )
    • Communications and Graphics Design (2 )
    • Computer, Information, and Data Sciences (17 )
    • Earth and Geosciences (21 )
    • Engineering (27 )
    • Environmental and Marine Sciences (14 )
    • Life Health and Medical Sciences (46 )
    • Mathematics and Statistics (10 )
    • Other Non-Science & Engineering (2 )
    • Physics (16 )
    • Science & Engineering-related (1 )
    • Social and Behavioral Sciences (29 )
Affirmation

I certify that I am

  1. currently a full-time or part-time faculty member at an accredited college/university with a research interest in NETL core R&D areas
  2. a U.S. citizen
  3. affiliated with one of the following universities:
  • Universidad Ana G. Méndez,
  • Universidad of Texas – El Paso
  • University of New Mexico
  • University of Puerto Rico at Mayaguez
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