
A typical laminate, or layup, is made up of individual plies. Each has fibers laid in a specific orientation and held in place by a resin matrix. The 0° angle is aligned with the coupon and 90° is transverse to it.

A typical laminate, or layup, is made up of individual plies. Each has fibers laid in a specific orientation and held in place by a resin matrix. The 0° angle is aligned with the coupon and 90° is transverse to it.