delaminate
/diːˈlamɪneɪt
/verb [with object] technical
Divide into layers: delaminating the horn into thin sheets [no object]: the plywood was starting to delaminate...
- One cut, as you say, can delaminate the outer layer of carbon, while two cuts coming in from opposite directions will not.
- Additionally, the elevator horn had been delaminated.
- I presume that upon being sawn some laminate panels crack and delaminate themselves, and these do not, or possibly splinter lightly.
Derivatives
delamination
- A recent study found that delamination of the patellar component was a common finding, particularly if the implant has been retrieved more than two years after implantation.
- The complex composite structure of the plane would be weakened by any colouring, as heat would build up, leading to delamination and possible cracking.
- The areas of delamination of the panels of food safe cladding in the existing factory continued to be a source of concern.
Origin
Late 19th century: from de- 'away' + Latin lamina 'thin plate' + -ate3.
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