Scoring system for technical evaluation of technologies for remote monitoring of bridges

• Published in: Bridge Maintenance, Safety, Management, Digitalization and Sustainability pp. 3019 - 3026
• Main Authors: Saberi, Mogens, McPherson, Kevin, Zhang, Fengqiao, Arvidsson, Anna, Fjendbo, Simon, Geem, Carl Van, Kreslin, Maja, Anžlin, Andrej
• Format: Book Chapter
• Language: English
• Published: CRC Press 2024
• Edition: 1
• ISBN: 1032775602; 9781032775609; 1032770406; 9781032770406
• DOI: 10.1201/9781003483755-358

Transportation infrastructure demands reliable, cost-effective, environmentally friendly, and safe solutions. It is, therefore, crucial to leverage both the knowledge gained from current practices and the potential offered by emerging technologies. This paper uses the scoring system approached in the INFRACOMS project to offer a framework for asset managers and technology providers to identify areas of improvement and make informed decisions regarding selecting and implementing remote condition monitoring solutions. We focus on two technologies for bridges, like bridge weigh-in-motion and digital inspection and centre around four areas: data analysis, visualisation and integration and potential for practical decision-making. Technologies are evaluated based on their intended use, acknowledging that some may have multiple applications due to novel sensor installations or data interpretation/visualisation methods. Consequently, a technology may undergo multiple appraisals within this system. We showcase the benefits of the scoring system, alignment with specific use cases, and potential for broad applicability.