The group Lightweight Structures Dynamics is composed by researchers from different specialities all focused on the behavior of structures in dynamic regime. Different experimental methodologies for conducting complex impact tests at high and medium speed have been developed. Likewise, the group has extensive experience in performing models for materials under high strain rates, and developing simple analytical models for modeling impact phenomena. Research projects with both public and private funding are carried out, having worked with major companies mainly in the aeronautics sector, such as Airbus, Aernnova, ITP, etc. ... In addition to this activity, the group disseminates its findings through research articles in various indexed journals, as well as scientific conferences, mainly international.
Publications
Low-velocity impact response of hybrid sheet moulding compound composite laminates
James Pheysey, Ramon Del Cuvillo, Fernando Naya, Jesus Pernas-Sanchez, Francesco De Cola, Francisca Martinez-Hergueta
Composites Part A: Applied Science and Manufacturing, vol. 188, 2025, p. 108527
F. Naya, J. Pernas-Sánchez, C. Fernández, P. Zumel, M. Droździel-Jurkiewicz, J. Bieniaś
Composite Structures, vol. 342, 2024, p. 118238
J.M. Rodríguez-Sereno, J. Pernas-Sánchez, J.A. Artero-Guerrero, J. López-Puente
Composite Structures, vol. 343, 2024, p. 118274
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Projects
The LSDG is involve in unveil the capability of Graphene relate materials of improvement in CFRP materials for impact protection application. More information: jartero_at_ing.uc3m.es
The aim of BEDYN project is to address a methodology (including innovative tests, measurements, and analysis methods) to properly characterize the dynamic behaviour up to rupture of composite structures submitted to a dynamic loading.
In the Auxetic project, LSDG are development a new family of 3D lattice auxetic protection for impact , using the latest 3D printing technology. More information: dvaras_at_ing.uc3m.es
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