Students should have knowledge of Elasticity and Strength of Materials of isotropic materials. Basic knowledge of mechanics of composite materials are recommended.

Ability to carry out a preliminary design of a mechanical component or structural element made with composite or sandwich materials Compression of the failure mechanisms of composite structures. Understand the role that composite materials play in improving sustainability and climate change (SDG 1). Results Once the subject is passed the student is expected to be able to: - Understand the basic concepts of composite structures. - Analyze the response of lightweight composite structures subjected to different types of loads. - Carry out preliminary design of structural components - Analyze the failure of lightweight structures

Chapter 1. Introduction to composite laminates and sandwich structures 1.1 Basic concepts 1.2 Laminate characteristics 1.3 Tipologies 1.4 Structural aplications 1.5 The role of composite materials for a better sustainability and climate change Chapter 2. Analysis of composites laminates 2.1 Introduction to anisotropic elasticity 2.2 Ply mechanics 2.3 Ply Failure Criteria 2.4 Classical laminated plate theory 2.5 First-order laminated plate theory 2.6 Laminate design Chapter 3. Design of composite structures 3.1 Introduction to laminate beams 3.2 Thins walled-laminate beams 3.3 Sándwich beams 3.4 Shells

Lecture and practical sessions will be taught. The first is geared to the acquisition of theoretical knowledge, and the second to the acquisition of practical skills related to theoretical concepts. In addition to these sessions, students will have the possibility of individual tutorials. In this course, students should not use artificial intelligence tools to carry out the work or exercises proposed by the faculty. In the event that the use of AI by the student gives rise to academic fraud by falsifying the results of an exam or work required to accredit academic performance, the Regulation of the University Carlos III of Madrid of partial development of the Law 3/2022, of February 24th, of University Coexistence, will be applied.