Merging Domains in the Virtual Stacking

You can merge sequences or plies in the Virtual Stacking.

Note: This task is available in Composites Design.

  1. Select Merge domains from the Tools Palette.
  2. Click Run Search.
    The dialog box is populated with the list of plies or sequences that can receive cells.
  3. Select a ply or a sequence.

    Merge domains gives a result if virtual plies (not only virtual sequences) are symmetrical.

    The potential providers are displayed in the dialog box and the candidate cell is highlighted in the 3D area. If you select the potential provider in the dialog box, you can see the cells it contains.
  4. Click Apply to validate the choice for this ply.
  5. Repeat for other potential receivers.