Remote Bridge Monitoring Systems for Bridge Condition

Abstract

Long-term continuous monitoring of structures may be helpful in many aspects of structural engineering when parameters of interest may change significantly over time. To test the idea of continuous monitoring for bridges, and to examine sensitivity of vibration properties to structural damage/deterioration, specifications have been developed for remote bridge-monitoring systems. They were implemented on two structures for experimental monitoring of condition. This report describes their capabilities and summarizes experience in their design, installation, and operation.