LR III.5 Structural Design Assessment notation – SDA
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LR III.5 Structural Design Assessment notation – SDA

  LR III.5.1 The ship structure is to be examined using finite plate element methods to assess both the overall and detailed structural capability to withstand static and dynamic loading. This procedure is mandatory, and additional to normal Rule structural design approval, for:

  1. The primary structure of LNG ships.

  2. The primary structure of Type A LPG ships.

  3. Other ships of Types B and C where the type, size and structural configuration demand.

See also Pt 1, Ch 2,2.3 and Ch 2,2.6 of the Rules for Ships and the applicable ShipRight SDA Procedures Manual.


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