Software Description

Introduction
D-Calc 5 is an easy to use, user-friendly program for assessing the effects of damage on the strength of wood poles. This version is a departure from previous versions in that it is a browser-based Progressive Web App (PWA) that is supported on all devices (smartphones, tablets, personal computers) and operating systems (iOS, Android, Windows). D-Calc 5 also features new monthly and yearly licensing models and access to an API. Data are stored in a no-SQL format. D-Calc 5 data is not compatible with previous versions of D-Calc.

Description
The user enters the pole dimensions along with the location and description of the damage. The strength loss calculations are performed and the results may be printed. Up to three (3) layers of pole damage may be entered. Each damage layer may include up to four (4) damage types.

Platform Requirements
D-Calc 5 is a javascript-based progressive web app, which provides the same user experience across all platforms. The user interface will scale well across different device sizes (ranging from smartphone to desktop computer) and offers full functionality across all prevalent operating systems (Windows, Android, and iOS). D-Calc will be continually updated to match current operating systems and browsers. D-Calc will not be supported on operating system or browsers that are not currently supported (ie – Windows 7, Microsoft Internet Explorer, etc). At the time of writing of this manual, D-Calc is supported on:

iOS 15, Safari 15
Android 12, Chrome 96
Windows 10, Edge 96