Abstract
Some folding techniques were established for fabricating off-axis balanced plies, [±Ø], of a laminate. In this research, the folding technique is applied to make the [±Ø/∓Ø]s family of laminates. The modulus and strength of the folded laminates are characterized and compared to the conventional laminates made by cutting. Both the tension and com pression tests show that the folded laminates are significantly stiffer and stronger than the conventional laminates. These folded laminates can be used to characterize the structures that have no free edges.
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