ABSTRACT
Reinforced concrete is widely used in civil construction due to its structural strength and flexibility. However, it deteriorates over time, making structural integrity assessment complex and somewhat subjective. To mitigate inaccuracies, civil engineering relies on damage assessment methodologies, including quantitative approaches for objective analysis. One such method is the MAIS Method (Oliveira, 2021), which follows systematic steps to collect and analyze numerical data, evaluating the safety and durability of reinforced concrete structures. This article examines the damage scales and equations used in the MAIS Method to quantify structural integrity. The results effectively translate how scale variations impact integrity curves and provide numerical damage insights based on real structures. The method presents results that accurately represent the criticality level of deteriorated structures, ensuring a reliable assessment during professional inspections. These findings help refine structural evaluations and improve long-term durability assessments.
