Real-time quality assurance and machine validation for ultra precision manufacturing

By July 31st, 2025

Project overview

Project title

Real-time quality assurance and machine validation for ultra precision manufacturing

Project description

This project is developing a real-time quality assurance system to detect precision assembly errors and validate CNC machine performance using quantitative data. The expected outcome is an intelligent, data-driven quality control method that improves the accuracy and reliability of ultra-precision manufacturing. This technology will potentially result in improved product traceability, reduced defects, and increased compliance with medical and military standard for the advanced manufacturing industry.

Supervisory team

University

Name of university supervisorProf. Songlin Ding
Name of universityRoyal Melbourne Institute of Technology
Email addresssonglin.ding@rmit.edu.au
FacultyEngineering

CSIRO

Name of CSIRO supervisorDr. Dayalan Gunasegaram
Email addressDayalan.Gunasegaram@csiro.au
CSIRO Research UnitManufacturing

Industry

Name of industry supervisorVijay Vysakumar
Name of business/organisationANCA Pty Ltd.
Email addressvijay.vysakumar@anca.com

Further details

Primary location of studentRoyal Melbourne Institute of Technology, 124 La Trobe Street, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
Industry engagement component locationANCA Pty Ltd, 25 Gatwick Rd, Bayswater North, Victoria, 3153, Australia
Other locationsCSIRO Clayton, Research Way, Clayton VIC 3168, Australia
Ideal student skillsetEssential Skills:

Degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics, Electrical, or Manufacturing Engineering (or related field)

Strong understanding of sensors, control systems, or metrology

Proficiency in data analysis and signal processing

Experience with MATLAB, Python, or similar software tools.

Good exposure to high precision scientific instruments such as SEM, spectrometry and experimental imaging.

Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills

Desirable Skills:

Knowledge of CNC machines or precision manufacturing processes

Experience with robotic systems or automation

Familiarity with sensor fusion or machine learning

Good written and verbal communication skills

Ability to work independently and collaboratively in industry-academic environments
Application close dateOpen until position filled
ApplyContact Prof. Songlin Ding