DESIGN OF CONDITION MONITORING SYSTEM FOR BRIDGE STRUCTURE USING REALTIME DAMAGE DETECTION ALGORITHM

Abstract

This paper shows application of wireless sensor network for monitoring the structural health of bridge. Many evidences of damaging the bridges had been found in under developed Asian countries before their expiry period. Wireless sensor network can be proved to be a reliable solution for early detection of damages so that early precautions can be taken. In this paper we aim to provide a solution based on WSN system, in which sensors like accelerometers shall be used and located at different predetermined positions of the bridge. The sensors shall be interfaced with wireless nodes for monitoring and transmitting the sensed physical properties of the bridge. The master station located at few meters will compare the results with database in good condition and decision regarding the condition shall be taken. This paper focuses on requirement gathering issues, system design and development issues, design challenges and implementation algorithm.