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Title:

Remote-Sensing Techniques for Bridge Inspections

Accession Number:

01151019

Record Type:

Component

Availability:

Transportation Research Board Business Office

500 Fifth Street, NW
Washington, DC 20001 United States

Abstract:

Current bridge inspections are completed mainly by using time-consuming, subjective field inspection methods and in some cases, expensive non-destructive testing. These inspections are often based on the personal experience and expertise of the inspector, which can vary widely. The results of this are ratings and assessments that are not always consistent. This paper discusses both the need and use of remote-sensing technologies in bridge damage detection and management. Three specific technologies are discussed: high-resolution aerial imagery, ground-based image collection and assessment, and LiDAR scanning. Remote sensing proves to be an effective tool for assessing the conditions of a bridge. Furthermore, the system discussed in this paper – Integrated Remote Sensing and Visualization (IRSV) System – provides a comprehensive procedure for producing standardized condition ratings which help to minimize subjective and possibly inconsistent inspection ratings. The research discussed in this paper was performed under a USDOT/RITA program that emphasizes the use of remote-sensing technologies for infrastructure assessment.

Monograph Accession #:

01147878

Report/Paper Numbers:

10-3761

Language:

English

Corporate Authors:

Transportation Research Board

500 Fifth Street, NW
Washington, DC 20001 United States

Authors:

Rice, Corey
Chen, Shenen
Liu, Wanqiu
Eguchi, Ron
Hauser, Edd
Boyle, Chuck
Phibrick, Brian

Pagination:

14p

Publication Date:

2010

Conference:

Transportation Research Board 89th Annual Meeting

Location: Washington DC, United States
Date: 2010-1-10 to 2010-1-14
Sponsors: Transportation Research Board

Media Type:

DVD

Features:

Figures; Photos; References (20) ; Tables (4)

Subject Areas:

Bridges and other structures; Highways; Maintenance and Preservation; I24: Design of Bridges and Retaining Walls

Source Data:

Transportation Research Board Annual Meeting 2010 Paper #10-3761

Files:

TRIS, TRB

Created Date:

Jan 25 2010 11:55AM