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Course: 2022/2023

Lightweight Structures

(14216)

Bachelor in Mechanical Engineering (2008 Study Plan) (Plan: 165 - Estudio: 221)

Coordinating teacher: ARTERO GUERRERO, JOSE ALFONSO

Department assigned to the subject: Continuum Mechanics and Structural Analysis Department

Type: Electives

ECTS Credits: 3.0 ECTS

Course: 4º

Semester: 2º

Requirements (Subjects that are assumed to be known)

Mechanics of Structures Elasticity Strength of Materials

Objectives

By the end of this course, students will be able to have: 1. A systematic understanding of the key concepts and aspects for the calculation and design of lightweight structures. 2. An adequate knowledge of calculation and design of lightweight structures that includes leading knowledge in this field in mechanical engineering, such as the design and calculation of composite structures. 3. The ability to apply their knowledge and understanding to identify, formulate and solve problems of lightweight structures using established methods. 4. The ability to choose and apply analytical and modeling methods to solve lightweight structure problems. 5. An understanding of the different calculation methods that are used for the analysis of lightweight structures. 6. The ability to combine theory and practice to solve lightweight structure problems. 7. An understanding of the different applicable methods and techniques and their limitations for the analysis of the lightweight structures. 8. An awareness of the implications of engineering practice in the design and calculation of lightweight structures.

Skills and learning outcomes

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Description of contents: programme

Chapter 1. Bending of thin-walled beams Chapter 2. Torsion of thin-walled shafts Chapter 3. Introduction to composites laminated beams and sandwich beams Chapter 4. Introduction to the theory of elastic plates Chapter 5. Introduction to the theory of elastic shells

Learning activities and methodology

Lecture sessions (master class) 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 this sessions one laboratory practical session in reduced groups (maximum 20 students) will be impart. Additionally, tutorial sessions in group may be taught.

Assessment System

Final exam (mandatory): 40%
Continuum evaluation: 60%
- Laboratory: 30% 
- Evaluation controls: 30%

In order to pass the course, attendance and successful completion of the laboratory practices foreseen in the weekly planning are mandatory. The weighting of the laboratory practice mark in the continuous assessment corresponds to what it is established in the course, in accordance with the regulations of the university. In the Lightweight Structures course, the weighting of the laboratory practices takes the value of  30% of the continuous assessment grade.

% end-of-term-examination 40
% of continuous assessment (assigments, laboratory, practicals...) 60

Calendar of Continuous assessment

Basic Bibliography

Megson, T.H.G.. Aircraft structures for engineering students. Elsevier. 2007
Timoshenko, S.P.. Teoría de placas y láminas. Urmo. 1975

Additional Bibliography

Ugural, A. C.. Stresses in beams, plates, and shells. Taylor & Francis. 2009
Vinson, J. R.. The Behavior of thin walled structures: beams, plates, and shells. Kluwer Academic Publishers. 1989

The course syllabus may change due academic events or other reasons.