You can highlight the draping effect by comparing the fiber direction (see Fiber Directions) with the draped fiber direction as well as the transverse fiber direction with the transverse draped fiber direction. Moreover, if the Fabric Fiber Angle property is active, its effect can be visualized by plotting the Material 1 Direction of the selected analysis ply.

Figure 1.28: Draping Directions in the Toolbar

: Plot Draped Fiber Directions.

Figure 1.29: Fiber Directions (Defined and Draped)

 : Plot Draped Transverse Fiber Directions.

Figure 1.30: Traverse Directions (Defined and Draped)

 : Plot Material 1 Directions.

Figure 1.31: Material 1 Direction and Draped Fiber Direction for a Material with a 45° Fabric Fiber Angle