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Project 1.22: Machine Learning Enabled Information Fusion of Heterogeneous Sensing for Infrastructure Monitoring

Machine Learning Enabled Information Fusion of Heterogeneous Sensing for Infrastructure Monitoring Project 1.22 Project Summary In this proposed research, we plan to develop a framework for machine learning enabled information fusion of heterogeneous sensing for infrastructure health monitoring. Traditionally, off-the-shelf sensors such as accelerometers and strain gages have been used to collect real-time measurements of […]

Project 1.23: Wireless Joint Monitoring for Large Movement Expansion Joints for Highway Bridge Resilience

Wireless Joint Monitoring for Large Movement Expansion Joints for Highway Bridge Resilience Project 1.23 Project Summary The primary objective of the proposed engineering project is to monitor a large movement expansion joint of a multi-span highway bridge using the developed real-time wireless sensor system from the previous project. This project will upgrade the current wireless […]

Project 1.20: Monitoring Rail Bed Infrastructure Using Wireless Passive Sensing

Monitoring Rail Bed Infrastructure Using Wireless Passive Sensing Project 1.20 Project Summary Assessment and monitoring the performance and health of rail structures is an essential aspect of prioritizing the repair and replacement, as well as extending service life, of these transportation infrastructures. Intrusion of fines from the subgrade or surface leads to ballast fouling and […]

Project 1.16: Wireless Joint Monitoring System (w-JMS) for Safety of Highway Bridges

Wireless Joint Monitoring System (w-JMS) for Safety of Highway Bridges Project 1.16 Project Summary The objective of this research project is to develop and deploy a long-term wireless monitoring system on a highway bridge’s expansion joint systems considering environmental factors. Principal Investigator:Dr. Shinae Jang Co-PIs Dr. Song HanDr. Ramesh Malla Institution:University of Connecticut Project:Complete Start […]

Project C11-2019: Development of a system-level distributed sensing technique for long- term monitoring of concrete and composite bridges

Development of a System-level Distributed Sensing Technique for Long-Term Monitoring of Concrete and Composite Bridges Project C11.2019 Project Summary The problem we are trying to solve is the long-term monitoring problem of bridges (e.g., concrete and composite bridges), using multiple modes of sensing technology including distributed fiber optic, video motion, conventional strain gauge, and electromagnetic […]

Project 1.05: Distributed Fiber Optic Sensing System for Bridge

Distributed Fiber Optic Sensing System for BridgeMonitoringracking in Highway Bridges Project 1.5 Project Summary The deterioration of infrastructure presents a major challenge for the economy of any country. Additionally, the risk factor of possible loss of life has made Structural Health Monitoring (SHM) an important approach to evaluate the status of any civil infrastructure. Among […]

Project 1.02: Condition/Health Monitoring of Railroad Bridges for Structural Safety, Integrity, and Durability

Condition/Health Monitoring of Railroad Bridges for Structural Safety, Integrity, and Durability Project 1.2 Project Summary The primary goal of this research project is to develop and implement efficient and effective methodology for short-and long-term continuous condition monitoring and detection of railroad bridges. This is proposed to be achieved utilizing analytical and computational (finite element) modeling/analysis […]

Project 1.08: Enhancing Intelligent Compaction with Passive Wireless Sensors

Enhancing Intelligent Compaction with Passive Wireless Sensors Project 1.8 Project Summary To ensure long lasting performance of pavement materials and avoid significant maintenance and rehabilitation costs, it is necessary to achieve high quality and uniformly compacted materials. In this project, we aim to improve the IC performance and facilitate the process of geo-material compaction and […]