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The project aims to define and implement circular decommissioning strategies focused on the most common FPSO platforms in Brazil. Different circular approaches will be identified and evaluated to maximize value opportunities within the internal cycle. A Virtual Decommissioning System will be developed, integrated with a Digital Twin of the FPSO platform, including a full inventory of facilities, equipment, and all technical and operational aspects.

The postdoctoral research focuses on developing an offshore circularity index and conducting environmental and social life cycle assessments (LCA) of FPSO platforms, particularly the FPSO Espírito Santo, which will serve as a pilot project for circular decommissioning. The study will be based on the FPSO inventory (Work Package WP3), covering topside, subsea, and reverse logistics. LCA will be performed using widely adopted tools like SimaPro. This research will also support other project work packages, including the development of a gamified

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The CO₂ content is very high in the pre-salt natural gas (NG) reserves in Brazil, reaching values close to 60% in molar fraction. Offshore CO₂ separation is highly attractive for oil companies, as it facilitates CO₂ injection into the sea, reducing the amount of greenhouse gases released into the atmosphere. The most common devices for CO₂ separation, such as amine units and membrane modules, are more suitable for lower CO₂ percentages than those typically found in NG extracted from pre-salt reserves. Furthermore, the size of these devices increases with the amount of CO₂ removed, thus occupying a large area of the platform deck. Having a robust system that can be installed subsea, with low complexity and little need for maintenance, is of great interest to the oil and gas industry in Brazil, as it promotes CO₂ capture and facilitates CH₄ utilization.

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The section of Digital and High-Frequency Electronics at the Institute of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering invites applications for one or more positions of Postdoctoral Researcher in Robotic System Design for Autonomous Task Manipulation for Repairing High-Voltage Lines. The starting date is November 2025 or as soon as possible thereafter.  

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The role involves conducting research into innovative electromechanical robotic systems integrated with advanced sensing technologies, enabling the autonomous detection, interaction with, and replacement of small items (less than 10 kg). The position emphasizes system design and development for a variety of robotic applications, particularly those aligned with the section’s core focus on high-voltage line inspection and maintenance.

This work supports SDU Digital and High-Frequency Electronics’ internationally recognized leadership in advanced robotic technologies for infrastructure inspection and maintenance. Special attention will be given to developing robust electromechanical, sensing, and control solutions capable of operating safely in electrically

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The Faculty of Engineering at the University of Ottawa is seeking applications for a Tier 2 Canada Research Chair (CRC) in Biomedical Engineering. The Tier 2 Canada Research Chair in Biomedical Engineering will advance innovative solutions at the intersection of engineering, health sciences, and digital technology. With expertise in areas such as tissue engineering, artificial organs, biomedical devices, biomechatronics, biorobotics, biosignals, biosensing, or biomaterials. The Chairholder will develop transformative technologies to improve patient care and health outcomes.  The Chair will also become a member of the Ottawa-Carleton Institute for Biomedical Engineering (OCIBME), a joint research institute established by both the University of Ottawa and Carleton University.  The Institute draws on the expertise of several prominent researchers from seven academic units in the two universities and medical professionals from hospitals and well-established medical research institutions.  These include the University of Ottawa Heart Institute, the University of Ottawa

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