Fluid-structure interactions simulations in hydraulic turbines

Description

Hydraulic turbines are a crucial source of electricity that facilitates the integration of other renewable energy sources into power grids. Canada is the third-largest producer of hydroelectricity. Increasing the reliability of hydraulic turbines is crucial for minimizing their ecological impacts and maximizing water utilization.

The proposed Ph.D. and M.Sc. projects are oriented towards the development of numerical methods applied to fluid-structure interactions in hydraulics turbines. The projects are part MD-Francis, a five-year collaborative research initiative that regroups four universities, and six industrial partners to characterize the impact of anomalies on hydraulic turbine operation.

Research Field

- Fluid-structure interactions
- Computational fluid dynamics
- Turbomachinery

Research Supervisor

Mathieu Olivier

Research Environment

Heki - Mechanical and industrial engineering department

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Financial Aid Available by Program of Study

Doctorate in Merchanical Engineering

Program description

Financial Aid Available*

Financial Aid Related to Research Project

Information unavailable

Program-Specific Financial Aid

Graduate Studies Awards

Milestone	Amount
Progression scholarship 1 - 7	7 x $1,600
Progression scholarship 8	$800
Total	$12,000

Université Laval: Student Financial Aid

Funding source	Amount
Leadership and Comittment Scholarship (Canadians & permanent residents)	$30,000
Citizens of the World Scholarship (International students)	$30,000
Mobility Grant for Out-of-Province Internships or Research Visits (in French)	$1,500 to $3,000
Graduate Scholarships from Granting Agencies	$25,000 to $40,000$
Online Directory of Graduate Scholarships (in French)	$500 to $50,000

Supplemental Tuition Fee Exemption Scholarship Program: Entitles international students to pay Canadian student tuition fees, for overall savings of around $45,000.

_{* Amounts shown represent maximum financial aid available. Certain conditions apply. Subject to change without prior notice. For further information, contact sponsoring organizations directly.}

Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering with thesis

Program description

Financial Aid Available*

Financial Aid Related to Research Project

Information unavailable

Program-Specific Financial Aid

Graduate Studies Awards

Université Laval: Student Financial Aid

Sources de financement	Montant
Leadership and Comittment Scholarship (Canadians & permanent residents)	$10,000
Citizens of the World Scholarship (International students)	$20,000
Mobility Grant for Out-of-Province Internships or Research Visits (in French)	$1,500 to $3,000
Graduate Scholarships from Granting Agencies	$20,000 to $27,000
Online Directory of Graduate Scholarships (in French)	$500 to $50,000

_{* Amounts shown represent maximum financial aid available. Certain conditions apply. Subject to change without prior notice. For further information, contact sponsoring organizations directly.}

Desired Profile

- Mechanical Engineering
- Physics Engineering

Required Documentation

- Cover letter
- Curriculum vitæ
- Student transcript

Application Deadline

February 15, 2026

Find Out More

Mathieu Olivier
Professeur titulaire
Département de génie mécanique
mathieu.olivier@gmc.ulaval.ca