Abstract
Because of the complex nature of the changes in the current and movement of the riverbeds by bridge scouring, it is impossible to understand or predict these changes. In order to have a reliable data, it is critical to have the current methods and equipment for measuring bridge scouring replaced with technology that could acquire real-time bridge scouring data. Despite the critical need for real-time data acquisition, the harsh environmental conditions have prevented the scientific community from acquiring real-time data. Harsh environmental conditions were addressed by the developmental of an automated, remote data collection system, allowing real-time data such as scour movement, scour depth, and scour trend to be viewed in a safe location. As a result, accurate sea-floor movements were seen for the first time, aiding the direction and future of bridge scour research, ultimately contributing greatly to the safety of bridges.
Highlights
Traditional scour research relied mostly on lab simulation tests
Harsh environmental conditions were addressed by the developmental of an automated, remote data collection system, allowing real-time data such as scour movement, scour depth, and scour trend to be viewed in a safe location
In order to address the difficulties in monitoring bridge scouring data, a real-time bridge scouring data acquisition/monitoring system was developed, installed, and executed long-term in both river and oceanic bridges
Summary
Traditional scour research relied mostly on lab simulation tests. The simulations posed great difficulties in providing reliable data as the materials and variables could not be consistent or controlled. For a more efficient and in-depth study in scour research, a real-time scour measurement system was needed. The measurements are taken after flood conditions, or during calm tidal waves for oceanic bridges. These measurements are taken well after the most violent scour bed changes, making the data virtually useless in monitoring scour bed movement. 2. Development of the Real-Time Bridge Scouring Data Acquisition & Monitoring System. The real-time bridge souring data acquisition & monitoring system was developed to satisfy the ultimate goal of analyzing the actual quantitative bridge scouring measurements in bridge scour research. Developmental Conditions for the Real-Time Bridge Scouring Data Acquisition & Monitoring System.
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