Evolution of ablation induced emissions during re-entry phase

Problem Definition: The influence of emissions caused by ablation/demise on the atmosphere and is directly dependent on the propagation of those residuals along the flight path. The investigation of the temporal and spatial distribution of the generated emissions in the atmospheric layers after the re-entering launch vehicle has passed through is therefore crucial for drawing conclusions about their climate impact.
Research Objectives:

Definition of a suitable interface region based on the results from other IRP
Numerical analysis of the emission propagation in the near field of the re-entering vehicle
Multiscale simulations of the downstream expansion behaviour of the residuals for different atmospheric layers
Definition of suitable interfaces to process data for the climate models

Expected Results:

Ability to assess the influence of demise process on the release of emissions into different atmospheric layers
Numerical model to describe the temporal and spatial dispersion behaviour of ablated gases in the atmosphere
Derivation of parameters necessary for the calculation of regional atmospheric effects

Secondments:

von Karman Institute for Fluid Dynamics (VKI, Sint-Genesius-Rode, Belgium, ca. 3 months): definition of common model interfaces
Astos Solutions GmbH (ASTOS, Stuttgart, Germany, ca. 3 months): coupling with trajectory profiles

Benefits:

You will be working within our international group of > 30 researchers with experience in a broad range of sciences.
You will get in contact with the other members of this international consortium.
You will benefit from the well-structured training program offered by the host institution and the SLICE consortium to develop skills and thorough understanding of space transportation systems and their environmental impact.
You will be employed by the host organization for 36 months.
You will participate in international conferences and secondments to other organisations within the SLICE network and in outreach activities targeted at a wide audience.
A competitive salary according to MSCA regulations (see page 118ff, https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/horizon/wp-call/2023-2024/wp-2-msca-actions_horizon-2023-2024_en.pdf ), including a living allowance, a mobility allowance and, if eligible, a family allowance. The stated allowances represent the gross funding amounts. Employer contributions to social security, health insurance, and other statutory costs will be deducted in accordance with the applicable national regulations.



Please find additional information in the Information package for Marie Curie fellows in doctoral networks (https://op.europa.eu/s/z831).