Frequently Asked Questions
How does AceEngineer deliver 60-80% time savings?
We replace manual, repetitive engineering workflows with automated pipelines. For example, a 50-configuration OrcaFlex sensitivity study that takes 100 engineer-hours manually runs overnight through our batch automation—delivering validated results by morning. The savings come from eliminating manual model setup, results extraction, and report compilation.
What standards do you support?
Our modules codify 17 international standards including:
- Fatigue: DNV-RP-C203, API RP 2A, BS 7608, ABS, Norsok
- Riser/Pipeline: API RP 2RD, API STD 2RD, DNV-OS-F201
- Offshore Wind: IEC 61400-3, DNV-ST-0126
- Pressure Vessels: ASME B31.8, API 579
All 221 S-N curves are validated against published standard values with automated regression testing.
What software tools do you integrate with?
Our primary integrations are:
- OrcaFlex: Full Python API integration for batch model generation, simulation, and post-processing
- AQWA: Hydrodynamic model generation, RAO processing, and operability analysis
- NASTRAN/ANSYS: FEA post-processing automation and report generation
- Python/Polars: High-performance data processing for large engineering datasets
What are the typical engagement models?
- Per-project: Fixed-price deliverables (e.g., $15K for 50-configuration riser study)
- Annual retainer: $120K/year for unlimited automation runs and priority support
- Custom development: Time and materials for bespoke automation pipelines
How is intellectual property handled?
Data is completely abstracted from the computational methods. Client-specific configurations and results remain confidential. Where practical and not constrained by IP, our core engineering libraries are open-source for transparency and validation. Client-specific automation scripts are delivered via private repositories.
What engineering quality practices do you follow?
All code follows production software engineering standards:
- Test-Driven Development (TDD) with comprehensive unit and integration tests
- Version-controlled, documented, and peer-reviewed code
- Full traceability from input parameters to final results
- Automated regression testing against published standard values