Composite Sampling Point Tool. You can now scope the Composite Sampling Point Tool to an ACP Solid Model. This enhancement lets you access results from the bottom to the top of the laminate and visualize the through-thickness distribution of key data, including stacking sequence, strains, stresses, and failure indicators. Understanding this distribution is essential for analyzing laminate behavior and optimizing composite designs.

Imported Reinforcements. Mechanical now supports solid transfer with reinforcing plies from Ansys Composite Prep™ (ACP) system. The application imports the reinforcing plies and adds them under the Imported Reinforcements group object. A typical application is to model complex layered composite structures such as engine fan blades or 3D printed structures.