Explore the design space of self-assembling milimetre-scale robots

Project description

Use Sofa Tools for Multi-Material Simulations to explore the design space of self-assembling milimetre-scale robots. In particular to look at self-assembling surface nets, photlithographic masks and curing protocols to manufacture and assemble them. This is simulation and programming for design.

The goal of this project it to design rules to generate arthropod robot exoskeletons by photolithography.

Timeframe: 6 months

Requirements and eligibility

We expect to see a record of a satisfactory academic standard, and if applications are from overseas, be assured that students have sufficient funds to cover their travel and living costs whilst in Australia. It is recommended that international applicants view the Australian Government website ‘Study in Australia’.

Required skills:

• 3D spatial understanding of deforming materials, forces and mechanisms
• Parameterization and optimization
• Competence to compile C++, and to write Python code interfacing with C++ and XML

How to apply

Industrial internships are not part of a formal program so to apply please contact Dr Nick Hockings via Nick.Hockings@csiro.au or Dr David Howard via david.howard@csiro.au to discuss your interest.

Please supply the following information and documentation at time of contact for your application to be considered:

• a current c.v.
• details of grades or an academic transcript
• the degree you are enrolled in
• number of years completed