The Structural Behaviour Unit activity consists of developing R&D projects and expert consulting. With its experienced and multidisciplinary team, the Unit supports the construction and rehabilitation industry, manufacturers and public or private entities, namely through:

• Studies on structural behaviour, pathology, rehabilitation and safety
• Technical support for the design, construction, maintenance and rehabilitation of buildings, as well as monitoring their structural behaviour
• Development and assessment (Homologation Documents - DH, European Technical Approvals - ETA; Application Documents - DA) of construction products and systems
• Characterization (DC - Classification Documents) and quality control of reinforcing and prestressing steel for concrete
• Assessment of the efficacy of preservative products and treatments for timber and other biomaterials against fungi and insects
• Characterization and verification of the mechanical resistance, stability and durability of materials and structural components, in the scope of inspection activities of construction works
• Collaboration in activities of advanced training and dissemination, standardization and certification