Hyperspectral Imaging for Corrosion Detection in Bridge Structures

The proposed research will investigate the use of hyperspectral imaging for identifying corrosion of reinforced concrete and steel bridge components. Research outputs will comprise (1) data characterizing the efficacy of hyperspectral imaging for identification of corrosion prior to corrosion products being visible to the human eye, (2) data characterizing the link between corrosion products that are visible via hyperspectral imaging and the extent of steel mass loss for reinforced concrete and steel bridge components, and (3) recommendations for using hyperspectral imaging as part of a comprehensive bridge inspection and maintenance program.

• Record URL:
  • https://abc-utc.fiu.edu/hyperspectral-imaging-for-corrosion-detection-in-bridge-structures/

Language

• English

Project

• Status: Active
• Funding: $80,000.00
• Contract Numbers:

  69A3552348322

• Sponsor Organizations:

  Innovative Bridge Technologies/Accelerated Bridge Construction University Transportation Center (IBT/ABC-UTC)

  Florida International University
  Miami, FL  United States 

  Office of the Assistant Secretary for Research and Technology

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

  University of Washington, Seattle

  Civil and Environmental Engineering Department
  201 More Hall, Box 352700
  Seattle, WA  United States  98195-2700
• Principal Investigators:

  Lowes, Laura

• Start Date: 20260101
• Expected Completion Date: 0
• Actual Completion Date: 0
• USDOT Program: University Transportation Centers

Subject/Index Terms

• TRT Terms: Bridge management systems; Corrosion; Electromagnetic spectrum; Image analysis; Inspection; Reinforced concrete; Steel bridges
• Subject Areas: Bridges and other structures; Data and Information Technology; Highways; Maintenance and Preservation;

Filing Info

• Accession Number: 01987964
• Record Type: Research project
• Source Agency: Innovative Bridge Technologies/Accelerated Bridge Construction University Transportation Center (IBT/ABC-UTC)
• Contract Numbers: 69A3552348322
• Files: UTC, RIP
• Created Date: Apr 27 2026 7:49PM