Laboratory of Engineering Project Methodologies (LAMPRO)

O The Engineering Design Methodologies Laboratory (LAMPRO) is located in room L617 of the Cardeal Leme Building and has established itself as an interdisciplinary hub for technological and socio-environmental innovation, focused on the integration of digital, environmental and social skills.

In addition to offering 22 workstations for undergraduate and graduate students, the laboratory underwent an expansion process with the creation of new strategic modules, in full alignment with the research lines of the Postgraduate Programs in Civil Engineering and Urban and Environmental Engineering.

This expansion of infrastructure was guided by the objective of strengthening interdisciplinarity and expanding the scope of research developed, as described in the following modules:

1 – Smart Cities and Urban Data Module

Equipped with advanced GIS platforms (such as ArcGIS Urban), real-time traffic and energy consumption modeling tools, and predictive simulation systems (such as CitySim).

It enables the development of dynamic urban models, the optimization of public transport routes and infrastructure planning based on climate data.

2 – BIM and Virtual/Augmented Reality Module

It has virtual reality glasses, stations with Autodesk Revit and Navisworks, as well as software for 5D modeling (cost, time and quality).

It enables virtual prototyping of resilient infrastructures (such as bridges and drainage systems) and immersive training for risk management.

3 – Socioeconomics and Digital Governance Module

It has socioeconomic analysis software, co-design rooms for participatory workshops with communities and digital tools for social participation.

Supports impact assessments of public policies, especially in vulnerable areas, and the incorporation of equity criteria into infrastructure projects.

4 – Hydrodynamics and Green Infrastructure Module

It includes hydrodynamic models for urban flood simulation, permeable pavement prototyping technologies and nature-based solutions (NbS).

Supports the development of sustainable strategies for urban drainage and risk mitigation.

The expanded LAMPRO reinforces the Program's research lines and enables strategic partnerships with startups, city governments and private companies, aligning with ESG guidelines and the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

With cutting-edge infrastructure, LAMPRO has established itself as a national reference laboratory, promoting the integration of technology, sustainability and social inclusion. More than just supporting research, the laboratory acts as a catalyst for innovation in engineering, training professionals capable of leading the transformation of Brazilian cities into more resilient, intelligent and socially just spaces.