Optimización para el predimensionamiento de zapatas aisladas centrales utilizando SmathStudio

Abstract

Footings are critical elements in the foundation of any building, since they support the loads of the structure. Therefore, it is crucial that the footings are efficient to prevent the collapse of the structure. This document addresses the problem of designing central isolated reinforced concrete footings in an efficient and reliable manner.

In the past, footing calculations were done manually using calculators, paper and pencil, this was prone to errors, producing unreliable results. However, thanks to technological advances, today these processes can be optimized using computer programs, which provides reliable results.

This work seeks to develop a tool using the SmathStudio software to optimize the design of central isolated reinforced concrete footings, using the NEC 15 and ACI 318-19 regulations. Part of the purpose with this tool is to avoid the costs and limitations of commercial programs dedicated to professional use. In addition, this tool will not only facilitate the calculation processes, but will also provide a user guide so that users understand the algorithm used, this will allow them to perform calculations and obtain reliable results since the tool was evaluated with private software called SAFE.

In conclusion, the hypothesis of this work is that the tool developed using SmathStudio will be efficient, reliable and accessible for the design of reinforced concrete central insulated footings. By providing a user guide and an algorithm, this tool will allow you to optimize calculations and understand the process behind them.