Ana Muñoz Sánchez is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at University Carlos III of Madrid, where she conducts research in composite materials, additive manufacturing, and manufacturing processes. Her work bridges theoretical modeling with practical applications, particularly in drilling processes, ballistic protection, and engineering education. Her research focuses on several key areas within mechanical engineering and materials science: Composite materials machining, particularly carbon fiber reinforced polymers (CFRP) Tool wear analysis and optimization of drilling parameters Numerical modeling of manufacturing processes Additive manufacturing applications in medical and educational contexts Ballistic protection systems Engineering education tools and methodologies Dr. Muñoz Sánchez's publication record demonstrates consistent contributions to both fundamental manufacturing research and practical educational applications. Her recent work shows a strong emphasis on improving manufacturing processes for composite materials while simultaneously developing innovative educational tools, including specialized resources for visually impaired students. Her research combines computational methods with experimental validation to address complex engineering challenges. She has secured funding from multiple Spanish research agencies for projects including "DIGITDRILL - Digitalization of industrial drilling process" and "DISEÑO AVANZADO, FABRICACIÓN Y ENSAYO DE PROTECCIONES BALÍSTICAS DE CABEZA (PROTECT_BAL)". Her work has practical applications in aerospace, medical simulation, and inclusive education.

