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LAP HistoryThe first LAP application was developed in 1988 for the BBC microcomputer, in the BASIC language. Although it was the first attempt at a Laminate Analysis tool, it offered a menu-driven interface as well as graphics. The DOS version followed soon, developed in Pascal, and became the first commercial version. The Composites Centre at Imperial College (University of London), led by Frank Matthews, began marketing the software which became an instant success. The magnitude of its popularity and its robust design are reflected in the fact that it still claims users today! The first Windows version appeared in 1995 and was launched at the same time as our company. Important features, such as unlimited laminate plies, were available from early versions. More advanced features, such as the non-linear stiffness solver, followed later. Since its launch in 1995, LAP for Windows has set the pace for user interface and content among its rivals. It is important to note that companies as varied as Airbus UK and McLaren International have chosen LAP as their site-wide standard for low-level laminate analysis. LAP continues to offer reliability as well as the best value for money. The latest major addition to LAP has been the Design module. Possibly not the easiest of concepts for engineers to adopt, the Design module can generate laminates that initially pass all the desired mechanical loading design criteria. The design algorithm has been the result of 3 years of research and experimentation with various alternatives, and we are proud to offer this unique tool.
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