C O N T E N T S - MSC Software
C O N T E N T S - MSC Software
C O N T E N T S - MSC Software
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Automated Modeling of Global Plies<br />
CHAPTER 3<br />
Analysis Preferences<br />
The full power of the new global ply modeling capabilities are best shown through the<br />
use of the <strong>MSC</strong>.Patran Laminate Modeler. This tool has allowed advanced users to<br />
model on the basis of plies for the past decade. The main advantages of ply modeling<br />
are the ability to generate and modify composite analysis models rapidly, and the<br />
incorporation of realistic orientation data in the model.<br />
For example, consider a surface with three property regions resulting from a simple<br />
ply layup in the model below. If subsequent analysis shows that the structure needs<br />
reinforcement, you have to define six property regions manually. So, for realistic<br />
models of any complexity, it is essential to use the ply modeling capabilities of the<br />
<strong>MSC</strong>.Laminate Modeler.<br />
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