Definitions for "Orthotropic"
Possessing three mutually perpendicular planes of elastic symmetry.
Having three mutually perpendicular planes of elastic symmetry; usually with differing properties, typically filament-wound laminates.
Having unique and independent properties in three mutually orthogonal (perpendicular) planes of symmetry; a special case of anisotropy.
Keywords:  tropos, ulmus, americana, elm, vase
Having the longer axis vertical; -- said of erect stems.
(Gr. orthos: straight; tropos: direction) adj. Of, pertaining to, or exhibiting an essentially vertical growth habit; the main shoot of a tree is often orthotropic; many of the upper branches of the American elm (Ulmus americana) are orthotropic, giving the tree its characteristic vase shape.