Distinct-Element Modeling of Jointed and Blocky Materials in 2D
Unlock unparalleled simulation capabilities with intuitive tools designed for precision and efficiency with FLAC2D.
UDEC
Plans start at $980 / month
What’s new in the latest release of UDEC?
What is UDEC?
FLAC2D (Fast Lagrangian Analysis of Continua in 2 Dimensions) is a powerful numerical modeling software designed for geotechnical and rock mechanics applications. Using advanced finite difference techniques, it provides critical insights into soil and rock behavior under various loading conditions.
FLAC2D excels in simulating stress-strain responses, groundwater flow, and excavation impacts, making it ideal for slope stability analysis and excavation design. With its comprehensive features, FLAC2D empowers engineers to tackle complex challenges with precision and confidence.
Why Choose UDEC?
FLAC2D offers robust simulation capabilities and proven reliability for effectively tackling complex geotechnical challenges with precision and efficiency.
Powerful Computing Capabilities
Run two instances simultaneously and achieve simulations up to 5x faster than equivalent 3D models.
Ease of use
Run two instances simultaneously and achieve simulations up to 5x faster than equivalent 3D models.
Advanced Analysis Options
Run two instances simultaneously and achieve simulations up to 5x faster than equivalent 3D models.
Fast and Responsive Simulations
Run two instances simultaneously and achieve simulations up to 5x faster than equivalent 3D models.
Flexibility and Customization
Run two instances simultaneously and achieve simulations up to 5x faster than equivalent 3D models.
Comprehensive Support for Various Industries
Run two instances simultaneously and achieve simulations up to 5x faster than equivalent 3D models.
Dynamics
Run two instances simultaneously and achieve simulations up to 5x faster than equivalent 3D models.
Powerful Scripting
Run two instances simultaneously and achieve simulations up to 5x faster than equivalent 3D models.
UDEC Industries Capabilities
Explore FLAC2D in action as it tackles diverse geotechnical challenges from different industries with precision and innovation. Discover how our solutions empower industries to achieve efficient, reliable outcomes in real-world applications.
UDEC Add-on Options
Expand your FLAC2D software capabilities with our range of add-on options, designed to tackle diverse engineering challenges effectively. Explore our selection of options to customize your FLAC2D experience.
Dynamics
Enhance simulations with dynamic analysis for earthquake engineering, soil liquefication, and more. Includes robust boundary conditions and fast model run times.
- Customizable boundary conditions (acceleration, velocity, stress waves)
- Soil-structure interaction and thermal coupling
- Dynamics Wizard for preprocessing
- Maxwell damping for fast simulations
- Multiple dynamic and liquefaction models
$69 / month or $828/ year
Thermal
Simulate heat transfer with conduction and advection models. Idal for geothermal and nuclear waste applications with variable boundary conditions.
- One-way coupling to mechanical stress and pore-pressure calculations
- Four thermal material models
- Efficient solvers for rapid model run times
- Hydration-Drucker-Prager model for dynamic material adjustments
$69 / month or $828/ year
Creep
Study time-dependent material behavior with viscoelastic and viscoplastic constitutive models. Applications include oil reservoirs and deep tunnels.
- 10 customizable creep models
- Versatile for mining and compressed-air energy storage
- Customization via C++ scripting
$69 / month or $828/ year
UDM
Develop custom material models tailored to specific project needs using C++. Enhance simulation flexibility with downloadable templates.
- Modify existing or create new constitutive models
- Distribution via DLL files
- Access to ITASCA’s UDM Library
- Ideal for specialized material behaviors like liquefaction analysis
Free with any license
Use Cases
Explore FLAC2D in action as it tackles diverse geotechnical challenges from different industries with precision and innovation. Discover how our solutions empower industries to achieve efficient, reliable outcomes in real-world applications.
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