This module is packed with features. A library of composite and metallic lamina properties can be used or input your own. A lay-up of any combination of laminae, at any angle can be created. Global laminate material properties are easily calculated and plotted. Both 2D and 3D properties are generated. The laminate can then be loaded with in-plane strains, stresses, resultants, moment resultants and temperature or moisture loads.

Stresses and strains on the individual laminae, due to the applied loads, can be displayed and plotted. You may select from three laminate failure theories (maximum strain, maximum stress or quadratic) to predict 2D laminate strengths. The “first-ply” failure survey option allows you to quickly assess and plot laminate strength for tension, compression and shear. The “progressive-ply” failure option predicts ultimate laminate strengths and plots the respective stress-strain curves. Classical laminated plate theory for orthotropic laminae is the basis of this module