SDC Verifier


SDC Verifier is a commercial structural design and finite element analysis software with a calculation core for checking structures according to different standards, either predefined or self programmed, and final report generation with all checks. The goal is to automate routine work and speed up a verification of the engineering projects. It works independently or as an extension for popular FEA software Ansys, Femap and Simcenter 3D.
In 2023, SDC Verifier launched a standalone version that does not require third-party FEA software to operate, allowing it to not only work with FEA models from other applications, but also import drawings from CAD files and create models from scratch.
It is possible to apply complex loads: buoyancy, tank ballast, wind, current and wave. The software has an automatic detection of structural elements such as beams, joints, welds, stiffeners, and panels.

Implemented Standards

The rules for popular design standards are predefined in SDC Verifier. The open structure of the standard makes all checks customizable. The Custom standard can be saved and used for other models, password protected and added to the custom library. This standard can be shared between other users.
  • ABS 2004: Guide for buckling and ultimate strength assessment for offshore structures;
  • ABS 2014: Rules for building and classing ;
  • AIJ 2017 ;
  • AISC ASD 9th edition ;
  • AISC 360–10 and 360-22;
  • API RP 2A LRFD, 1st edition ;
  • API RP 2A WSD 21st edition ;
  • ASME B31.8 and ASME VIII ;
  • Bureau Veritas BV NR615;
  • DIN 15018 ;
  • DNV OS C101 LRFD
  • DNV OS C201 WSD
  • DNV Classification Notes NO. 30.1 ;
  • DNV RP C201: Buckling Strength of Plated Structures ;
  • DVS 1608 and 1612;
  • FEM 1.001, 3rd edition ;
  • Eurocode 3, Part 1-9: Fatigue ;
  • Eurocode 3, Part 1-1: Member checks ;
  • Eurocode 3, Part 1-8: Weld Strength;
  • FKM 5th and 6th editions;
  • ISO 19902, 1st edition ;
  • Norsok N004, Rev. 3 ;
  • Standards Australia AS 3990 and AS 4100 ;
  • VDI 2330 ;

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