Continuous & Low-cost Inspection of Precast Concrete Bridges using Connected Automated Vehicles (CAVs)

This project aims to develop a continuous, low-cost data collection system for bridges with precast components prone to reflective cracking. Early damage detection is crucial for durability, but existing inspection methods are costly, especially when performed continuously. Leveraging existing vehicles on the roads, the research team proposes using vehicle-to-everything (V2X) technologies, where bridges request connected vehicles with standard forward-facing cameras to inspect critical areas. Connected automated vehicles (CAVs) will execute cooperative motion to maximize inspection efficiency. Aggregated data from continuous traffic and inspection results will detect early signs of damage, enabling proactive maintenance. This innovative approach will revolutionize precast bridge condition monitoring and remote sensing, improving infrastructure safety and durability. By harnessing the power of connected vehicles and infrastructure, we can reduce costs and enhance inspection effectiveness, ultimately leading to safer, more durable, and resilient transportation infrastructure.

    Language

    • English

    Project

    • Status: Active
    • Sponsor Organizations:

      University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign

      Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering
      Newmark Civil Engineering Laboratory
      Urbana, IL  United States  61801-2352

      Office of the Assistant Secretary for Research and Technology

      University Transportation Centers Program
      Department of Transportation
      Washington, DC  United States  20590
    • Performing Organizations:

      University at Buffalo - SUNY

      221 Ketter Hall
      Buffalo, NY  United States  14260
    • Principal Investigators:

      He, Chaozhe

    • Start Date: 20250101
    • Expected Completion Date: 20251231
    • Actual Completion Date: 0
    • USDOT Program: University Transportation Centers

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    Filing Info

    • Accession Number: 01943057
    • Record Type: Research project
    • Source Agency: Transportation Infrastructure Precast Innovation Center
    • Files: UTC, RIP
    • Created Date: Jan 22 2025 11:58AM