Representativeness analysis and apparent density as estimators of modulus of elasticity of class C60 of NBR7190:1997

Abstract For correct dimensioningof wood structures, the premises of the Brazilian standard are extremely valuable as a guide for structural engineers, as it exhibits standard values of resistance. Thus, this study aims to analyze whether the value of the class C60 elasticity module shown in the Brazilian standard matches the values obtained in the test of 23 Brazilian species, using the Bootstrap methodology with 1 million simulations. In addition, it sought to analyze, with regression models, whether it is possible to estimate this rigidity property (E c0 ) of these 23 species as a function of apparent density. Finally, it was possible to conclude that the Brazilian standard overestimates the modulus of elasticity of Brazilian woods, presenting a value almost 35% higher than what actually resists, showing that the standard needs to be revised. Another point was that the regression models do not show significance, in other words, with the apparent density it was not possible to estimate the analyzed rigidity property.