Using Multi-layer Materials model

Instructions for using the Synthesizer tool's Multi-layer Materials model.

  • Click Synthesizer on the main toolbar and under Multi-layer Materials, click the required model type:
    • 2-layer
    • 3-layer
    • 4-layer
    • 5-layer
    • 6-layer
    • 7-layer
Source records
  • To select materials for each layer, click Browse. This displays the full MaterialUniverse tree for the active database. Browse the tree, highlight the material of interest and click OK.
  • The order of materials is important (for example, which face is the top material and which the bottom) as the multi-layer will be anisotropic. The calculations for flexural modulus and strength assume that Layer 1 is the bottom layer and that when loaded the top face is in compression and the bottom face in tension.
Model parameters
  • For each Layer, type a Thickness. The current units are shown to the right of the box.
Record naming
  • For each Layer, type an abbreviated name. For example, if Layer 2 is Polypropylene, type PP. These are used to create the record names for the new multi-layer materials.
    Values quoted on datasheet are for equivalent properties. Some properties have additional Notes fields underneath, for example Price has details of what is included in the estimate, and anisotropic properties state which direction the property value is applicable to.