Sensors,
Год журнала:
2023,
Номер
23(22), С. 9257 - 9257
Опубликована: Ноя. 18, 2023
Steel-reinforced
concrete
decks
are
prominently
utilized
in
various
civil
structures
such
as
bridges
and
railways,
where
they
susceptible
to
unforeseen
impact
forces
during
their
operational
lifespan.
The
precise
identification
of
the
events
holds
a
pivotal
role
robust
health
monitoring
these
structures.
However,
direct
measurement
is
not
usually
possible
due
structural
limitations
that
restrict
arbitrary
sensor
placement.
To
address
this
challenge,
inverse
emerges
plausible
solution,
albeit
afflicted
by
issue
ill-posedness.
In
tackling
ill-conditioned
challenges,
iterative
regularization
technique
known
Landweber
method
proves
valuable.
This
leads
more
reliable
accurate
solution
compared
with
traditional
methods
it
is,
additionally,
suitable
for
large-scale
problems
alleviated
computation
burden.
paper
employs
perform
comprehensive
force
encompassing
localization
time–history
reconstruction.
incorporation
low-pass
filter
within
Landweber-based
procedure
proposed
augment
reconstruction
process.
Moreover,
standardized
error
metric
presented,
offering
effective
means
accuracy
assessment.
A
detailed
discussion
on
placement
optimal
number
iterations
presented.
automatedly
localize
force,
Gaussian
profile
proposed,
against
which
reconstructed
compared.
efficacy
techniques
illustrated
utilizing
experimental
data
acquired
from
bridge
deck
reinforced
steel
beam.
Sensors,
Год журнала:
2023,
Номер
23(6), С. 3293 - 3293
Опубликована: Март 20, 2023
In
recent
decades,
structural
health
monitoring
(SHM)
has
gained
increased
importance
for
ensuring
the
sustainability
and
serviceability
of
large
complex
structures.
To
design
an
SHM
system
that
delivers
optimal
outcomes,
engineers
must
make
decisions
on
numerous
specifications,
including
sensor
types,
numbers,
placements,
as
well
data
transfer,
storage,
analysis
techniques.
Optimization
algorithms
are
employed
to
optimize
settings,
such
configuration,
significantly
impact
quality
information
density
captured
and,
hence,
performance.
Optimal
placement
(OSP)
is
defined
sensors
results
in
least
amount
cost
while
meeting
predefined
performance
requirements.
An
optimization
algorithm
generally
finds
“best
available”
values
objective
function,
given
a
specific
input
(or
domain).
Various
algorithms,
from
random
search
heuristic
have
been
developed
by
researchers
different
purposes,
OSP.
This
paper
comprehensively
reviews
most
The
article
focuses
following:
(I)
definition
all
its
components,
systems
damage
detection
methods,
(II)
problem
formulation
OSP
current
(III)
introduction
their
(IV)
how
various
existing
methodologies
can
be
applied
methods.
Our
comprehensive
comparative
review
revealed
applying
systems,
use
OSP,
derive
solution,
become
increasingly
common
resulted
development
sophisticated
methods
tailored
SHM.
also
demonstrates
these
using
artificial
intelligence
(AI),
highly
accurate
fast
at
solving
problems.
The
concept
of
digital
twins
(DT)s
enhances
traditional
structural
health
monitoring
(SHM)
by
integrating
real-time
data
with
models
for
predictive
maintenance
and
decision-making
whilst
combined
finite
element
modelling
(FEM).
However,
the
computational
demand
FE
necessitates
surrogate
performance,
alongside
requirement
inverse
analysis
to
infer
overall
behaviour
via
measured
response
a
structure.
A
FEM-based
machine
learning
(ML)
model
is
an
ideal
option
in
this
context,
as
it
can
be
trained
perform
those
calculations
instantly
based
on
FE-based
training
data.
performance
depends
ML
architecture.
In
light,
current
study
investigates
three
distinct
DTs.
It
was
identified
that
all
demonstrated
strong
tree-based
outperforming
neural
network
(NN)
model.
highest
accuracy
random
forest
(RF)
error
0.000350,
lowest
inference
time
observed
XGBoost
algorithm,
which
at
approximately
1
millisecond.
By
leveraging
capabilities
ML,
FEM,
DTs,
presents
solution
implementing
DTs
advance
functionalities
SHM
systems.
The Journal of Engineering and Exact Sciences,
Год журнала:
2023,
Номер
9(7), С. 16530 - 01e
Опубликована: Сен. 6, 2023
Numerous
existing
structures,
both
old
and
new,
have
serious
load-bearing
capacity
issues,
which,
in
some
cases,
could
endanger
the
safety
of
their
users.
In
fact,
we
can
say
that
these
structures
are
nearing
(or
already
reached)
end
useful
lives,
necessitating
need
to
find
technical
financial
solutions
renovate
them
as
efficiently
possible.
Many
reinforced
concrete
bridges
experience
advanced
states
deterioration
a
result
extended
exposure
hostile
environments
or
even
continuously
rising
use
loads.
Additionally,
since
time
construction,
standards
used
for
design
dimensioning
had
be
updated.
As
result,
structural
components
still
do
not
adhere
response
it
is
frequently
less
expensive
reinforce
buildings
than
perform
full
reconstruction,
especially
now
that,
thanks
technological
advancements,
variety
reinforcement
techniques
available
costs
decreasing.
One
such
technique
involves
externally
reinforcing
elements
with
composite
materials
because
superior
strength-to-weight
ratio
resistance
abrasion.
utilized
column
containment
well
shear
bending
beams.
This
study
aims
evaluate
impact
glass
fibers
on
general
behavior
concrete,
particular
its
resistance,
deformations,
ductility,
using
FRP:
Fiber-reinforced
plastics
generally
formed
two
main
distinct
elements:
fiber,
"made
from
glass,"
matrix,
"an
epoxy
resin
allows
transfer
loads
between
fibers.
The
results
specimens'
cyclic
loading
tests
attest
significance
contribution
specimen
confinement
FRP
make
terms
deformation
compression
after
completion
static
tests.
However,
ability
withstand
unloading
cycles
reveal
very
significant
improvement.
Buildings,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
14(6), С. 1733 - 1733
Опубликована: Июнь 9, 2024
The
long-span
dual-purpose
highway-rail
double-tower
cable-stayed
bridge
has
the
characteristics
of
a
large
span
and
load-bearing
capacity.
Compared
with
traditional
bridge,
its
wind
resistance
seismic
are
weaker,
dynamic
closely
related
to
bearing
capacity
bridge.
This
study
investigated
influence
variations
member
parameters
on
then
improved
To
provide
necessary
experimental
theory
for
research
work
bridges,
this
paper
takes
world’s
longest
as
background,
using
finite
element
analysis
software
Midas
Civil
2022
v1.2
establish
three-dimensional
model
whole
by
changing
steel
truss
beam
stiffness,
cable
pylon
auxiliary
pier
position,
well
parameter
changes
results
show
that
can
be
enhanced
increasing
stiffness
beam,
cable,
tower.
mainly
affects
transverse
bending
flexural
coupling
is
weak.
tower
comprehensively
affect
torsional
position
piers
should
determined
according
site
conditions.
In
practical
engineering,
components
weak
links
bridges
improve
save
costs.
Buildings,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
14(9), С. 2641 - 2641
Опубликована: Авг. 26, 2024
Orthotropic
steel
bridge
decks
(OSDs)
play
a
key
role
in
long-span
bridges,
and
full-penetration
welding
technology
is
crucial
to
improve
their
structural
performance.
This
study
proposes
an
innovative
single-sided
rib-to-deck
(RTD)
joint
technology.
The
accuracy
of
the
numerical
simulation
predicting
temperature
field
stress
was
verified
by
combination
experimental
simulation,
residual
(WRS)
welded
RTD
joints
analyzed.
In
addition,
effects
different
parameters
geometry
on
WRS
are
discussed.
results
show
that
consistent
with
results,
indicating
without
groove
feasible.
shows
peak
tensile
near
weld,
which
gradually
decreases
transforms
into
compressive
as
distance
increases.
roof
surface
U-rib
increases
slightly
increase
thickness
speed.
research
great
significance
optimize
process,
fatigue
performance,
prolong
service
life
decks,
providing
new
technical
method
for
engineering.
Sustainability,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
16(17), С. 7465 - 7465
Опубликована: Авг. 29, 2024
Building
resilient
infrastructure
is
at
the
core
of
sustainable
development,
as
evidenced
by
UN
Sustainable
Development
Goal
9.
In
fact,
effective
operation
road
networks
crucial
and
strategic
for
smooth
functioning
a
nation’s
economy.
This
also
fundamental
from
sustainability
perspective,
efficient
transportation
reduce
traffic,
thus,
their
environmental
impact.
However,
are
constantly
risk
traffic
closure
and/or
limitations
due
to
plurality
natural
hazards.
These
stressors,
among
other
factors
like
aging
degradation
structural
materials,
negatively
affect
disaster
resilience
both
single
components
system
networks.
estimation
such
indices
requires
broad
multidisciplinary
vision.
this
work,
framework
application
large
delineated.
proposed
methodology,
seismic
hazard
considered,
its
corresponding
impacts
on
evaluated.
The
assessment
encompasses
not
only
network
(including
squares,
roads,
bridges,
viaducts)
but
buildings
that
located
in
urban
area
interact
with
network.
context,
probability
will
suffer
seismic-induced
collapse
produce
partial
or
total
obstruction
roads
considered.
scheme
designed
implementation
different
geographical
contexts
using
geo-referenced
data
include
information
about
specific
risks
alternative
rerouting
options.
methodology
expected
support
mitigation
functionality
loss
after
disasters,
contributing
economic
social
dimensions
sustainability.
To
evaluate
two
case
studies
focusing
specifically
hospital-to-hospital
connections
were
conducted
Naples
Turin,
Italy.
approach
versatile
can
be
extended
critical
infrastructures,
theatres,
stadiums,
educational
facilities.
Buildings,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
14(2), С. 543 - 543
Опубликована: Фев. 18, 2024
The
technical
condition
of
bridges
has
become
a
crucial
issue
for
organizing
the
maintenance
and
repairs
in
bridge
management
systems.
It
is
great
practical
engineering
significance
to
construct
an
effective
model
predicting
degradation
through
use
historical
inspection
data.
Based
on
semi-Markov
random
process,
this
paper
proposes
useful
deterioration
prediction
highway
network.
From
data
prefabricated
concrete
box
girder
bridges,
curves
rating
are
obtained.
effect
length
rate
analyzed.
According
Weibull
distribution
parameters
different
grades,
state
models
group
individual
proposed
predict
performance
overall
superstructure
bridge.
results
show
that
with
increase
length,
increases.
faster
than
stochastic
can
not
only
ratings
at
any
time,
but
also
future
trend
under
ratings.
Infrastructures,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
10(1), С. 9 - 9
Опубликована: Янв. 3, 2025
This
review
paper
investigates
the
current
state
of
research
on
structure-to-human
interaction
(S2HI)
in
monitoring
and
control
cyclo-pedestrian
footbridges,
focusing
specifically
biodynamic
effects
oscillations
pedestrians.
Its
aim
is,
therefore,
twofold:
In
first
half,
it
examines
limited
but
evolving
understanding
human
gait
responses
to
vertical
horizontal
vibrations
at
frequencies
amplitudes
characteristic
footbridge
dynamics.
The
second
half
includes
a
detailed
analysis
various
modelling
strategies
for
simulating
pedestrian
crowd
dynamics,
emphasising
movements
stationary
behaviours
induced
by
structural
vibrations.
is
highlight
strengths
limitations
these
approaches,
particularly
their
capability
incorporate
biomechanical
factors
responses.
findings
indicate
that
existing
studies
predominantly
focus
human-to-structure
(HSI),
often
neglecting
reciprocal
S2HI,
with
many
results
literature
failing
adequately
address
biomechanics
single
pedestrians
or
crowds
experiencing
bridges.
gap
underscores
need
more
precise
comprehensive
field
improve
dynamic
interactions
between
multiple
walking
individuals
vibrations,
especially
vulnerable
elderly
people
mobility.
Furthermore,
considerations
regarding
impact
Structural
Control
Health
Monitoring
alleviate
issues
are
briefly
discussed,
highlighting
potential
optimise
performance
terms
comfort.