Desenvolvimento e aprimoramento de uma ferramenta computacional para auxílio nas disciplinas de cálculo numérico, materiais da construção e estruturas de madeira

Abstract

In the field of civil engineering, students and professionals face complex challenges that require detailed structural and mathematical analyses in subjects such as Timber Structures, Construction Materials, and Numerical Calculation. Computational tools have become essential for optimizing resolution time and minimizing errors. However, despite technological advancements, many specialized software applications still exhibit significant limitations. Specifically, tools for Timber Structures struggle with accounting for variable loads and maintaining updated standards, while concrete mix design software displays issues such as inaccuracies and internet dependency. In the field of Numerical Calculation, many tools are limited to specific problems, such as focusing solely on polynomial root calculations. To address these limitations, this work proposes the update and enhancement of MecTool, a computational tool developed for applications in Solid Mechanics and Geotechnics. The new version of MecTool incorporates functionalities for Timber Structures, Construction Materials, and Numerical Calculation, providing a more comprehensive and accurate solution. Developed in Python, MecTool was validated through the solution of benchmark problems from the literature and comparisons with results from other tools. The results demonstrate high precision, with percentage errors close to 0%, confirming the reliability of the proposed tool.