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Health Monitoring of Bridge Structures and Components Using Smart-Structure Technology

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Project ID: DOT 0092-04-14
Title: Health Monitoring of Bridge Structures and Components Using Smart-Structure Technology
PI: Brent Phares
Bridge Engineering Center
Iowa State University
Project: This study synthesized the applicability, capability, and viability of various current and emerging health monitoring sensor systems and inspection techniques for early detection of potential problems. Implementation could result in more effective preventive maintenance on bridges, as well as potential insights for more durable designs.
Start Date: November 2003
End Date: January 2005
Project Award: $30,613
TOC: Structures
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