Numerical Simulation Topics in Structures and Materials Vol. 2

Advances in numerical modeling and composite reinforcement techniques continue to expand the possibilities for analyzing and optimizing timber and structural systems. This volume brings together four complementary studies addressing the stability of CFRP-confined timber columns, the behavior of GFRP-strengthened timber I-joists with web openings, the influence of grain inclination on perforated timber members, and the assessment of classical beam theories through three-dimensional finite element analyses. By integrating advanced numerical simulations with analytical formulations and validation against experimental evidence, this collection contributes to a deeper understanding of structural response and supports more accurate and reliable engineering design.