Crack detection of structures using modified extreme learning machine (MELM)

Abstract

In this paper, crack detection and estimation method is presented in structures using modified extreme learning machine. For this purpose, extreme learning machine was modified using modified weights and biases. By using the first three frequencies and mode shapes as input, crack was detected as output. Performance of the proposed method was evaluated by using some numerical examples consisting of a simply supported beam, cantilever beam and fixed-simply supported beam. In addition, noise effect (3% noise level) on the measured frequencies and mode shapes have been investigated. In another work, a portal frame has been studied. The results indicated that the proposed method is effective and fast in crack detection and estimation of structures.