Complex surface composite ply orientation

Altair Forum User

Hi,

 

what is the best way to define the composite ply orientation on a complex surface? As you can see on the pictures below the orientation on the top of the rounded surface is good, but at the edges (at the side of the round surface) the orientation is different from the original.

 

<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?>

<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?>

 

If we want to represent the real life orientation what is the best option we have?

 

Thanks in advance!

tinh

How did you define this orientation?

Altair Forum User

Altair Forum User said:

Hi,

 

what is the best way to define the composite ply orientation on a complex surface? As you can see on the pictures below the orientation on the top of the rounded surface is good, but at the edges (at the side of the round surface) the orientation is different from the original.

 

<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?>

<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?>

 

If we want to represent the real life orientation what is the best option we have?

 

Thanks in advance!

 

The best way is to use Material Orientation option which is available in the AeroSpace menu. Load the Aerospace profile and try this. 

Simon Križnik

Hi @s3b1k3

 

there is manual option:

 

and here is Drape Estimator:

Drape Estimator - Altair University

 

Altair Forum User

Thanks everybody, AeroSpace menu works!