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Abraham, D M (1990) A state-based framework using indicators for construction monitoring and evaluation, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Ahrari, A (2012) A decision support system for dynamic integrated project scheduling and equipment operation planning, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Akar, G (2009) Analysis of activity choice: The role of activity attributes and individual schedules, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Al-Fadhala, M M (2002) Uncertainty-based condition assessment of existing concrete structures, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Al-Wazeer, A A-R (2007) Risk-based bridge maintenance strategies, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Avetisyan, H G (2013) Sustainable infrastructure modeling and policy analyses: Construction, energy and transportation industries, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Bai, L (2013) RFID sensor-driven structural condition monitoring in integrated building information modeling environment, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
- Type: Thesis
- Keywords: radio frequency identification; reliability; steel structures; automation; building information modeling; communication; computing; inspection; monitoring; safety; bridge; earthquake
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- URL: https://www.proquest.com/docview/1504274594
- Abstract:
Steel structures are very popular structural forms for both buildings and bridges. Under extreme loading such as strong earthquakes or winds, structural members in steel structures could fail in buckling or yielding. In buildings, structural members are often hidden behind fire-proof coating and drywall, and thus buckling or yielding in steel members are very difficult to detect, often requiring removal of coverings and thus time consuming and costly. Fast and accurate assessment of damage conditions is important to the occupant safety and uninterrupted use. This research presents a method for integrating Building Information Modeling (BIM) and Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) based wireless strain sensor technologies to enable automated structural condition assessment. BIM can serve as an ideal 4-dimensional graphical computing environment for integrating structural health monitoring (SHM) with management practice, which often involves considerable amounts of sensor data of different modalities and changes of structural condition over time. To detect the exceedence of preset threshold strain levels, this research custom designed a novel breakage-triggered (BT) strain sensor for detection of threshold strain levels. This BT strain sensor uses RFID tag for wireless communication with RFID reader. With a special design, the sensor breaks at pre-set strain level and the connected RFID tag is activated. By altering its configuration to include multiple threshold strain levels, actual strain at the monitored location can be estimated after hazardous events. This system can rapidly identify and locate the spot where pre-set strain or crack has happened and the corresponding structure element of the BIM model is automatically highlighted to provide alert signal. Such damage spots require immediate action after hazardous events such as earthquake or extreme wind. The RFID tag can be scanned from a distance up to several meters by using an RFID reader. This system is highly automated, low power consumption, and low cost. A custom developed middleware was developed to enable automated sensor data entry into BIM environment and thus avoid possible human related errors. The BIM environment allows for capturing, organizing, processing (cleansing, fusion, mining, etc.), visualizing the sensor data from the monitoring system, updating relevant models and running finite element analysis for structural response and reliability computation as well as structural health prognosis. Process (inspection scheme) and work-flow automation can be realized. Therefore, the proposed method would lead to more user-friendly, highly automated and more economical way for structural condition assessment and SHM information management.
Bender, W J (2000) A risk-based cost control methodology for constructing complex structures with the mobile offshore base as a case study, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Chelson, D E (2010) The effects of building information modeling on construction site productivity, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Chen, C-H (2003) Integrated management of highway maintenance and traffic, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Cheung, M (2017) The antecedents of safety leadership, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Chung, B (2007) An analysis of success and failure factors for ERP systems in engineering and construction firms, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Ding, Q (2018) Using social media to evaluate public acceptance of infrastructure projects, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Eldukair, Z A R (1988) Safety assessment and optimization of construction operations based on fuzzy sets, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Erfani, A (2023) Data-driven risk modeling for infrastructure projects using artificial intelligence techniques, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Hao, J X (2007) Infrastructure investment and economic development, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Hickey, P J (2023) A study of gender diversity in u.S. Architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry leadership, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Hsu, S-C (2013) A complexity-based approach to intra-organizational team selection, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Hu, M (2022) Influence of project design team characteristics on construction cost of sustainable buildings, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Ingraham, A T (2001) Bidder-auctioneer cheating in sealed-bid auctions, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Jang, W S (2007) Embedded system for construction material tracking using combination of radio frequency and ultrasound signal, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Karimi, S (2021) A systematic methodology for evaluating and balancing acceptance risks with pay factors for highway construction materials, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Lessani, A (2016) Decision analysis in construction claims, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Lu, R (2010) Impacts of local item dependence of testlet items with the multistage tests for pass-fail decisions, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
McCahill, D F (1990) A practical model for simulation of earthwork construction, with applications for scheduling, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Mohieldin, Y A (1989) Analysis of construction processes with nonstationary work task durations, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Moore, W B (1989) Modeling the impact of large construction projects on surrounding communities, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Neely, L E (2017) Project scheduling disputes: Expert characterization and estimate aggregation, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Negahban, S (2008) Utilization of enterprise resource planning tools by small to medium size construction organizations: A decision-making model, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Nyakaana Blair, A M A (1999) Risk analysis of cost and schedule of complex engineering systems, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Ordonez Arizaga, J F (2007) A methodology for project risk analysis using Bayesian belief networks within a Monte Carlo simulation environment, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Owoyemi, J A (2018) Performance evaluation of higway transportation design-build project delivery: A case study, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Parvan, K (2012) Estimating the impact of building information modeling (BIM) utilization on building project performance, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Quadri, H A (2019) Value engineering decisioneering: A risk management tool in the project management office- case study of electricity distribution companies in Nigeria, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Salgado, C A (2005) Construction project organizational structuring, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Shafahi, A (2016) Mathematical model and framework for multi-phase project optimization, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Sharma, D K (2012) Design of availabilty payment mechanism for public private partnerships, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Sundararajan, S K (2004) Project performance-based optimal capital structure for privately financed infrastructure projects, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Tatari, M O (2009) Empirical analysis of construction enterprise information systems: Assessing the critical factors and benefits, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Vecino, G A (2016) The feasibility of using web-based technology for the management of dredging projects, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Yang, N (2010) Optimization of highway work zone decisions considering short-term and long-term impacts, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Zeng, Y (2010) Risk management for enterprise resource planning system implementations in project-based firms, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Zhao, Y (2023) Sustainability, acceptance risk analysis and machine learning in assessing mechanical properties and the impact of highway materials in transportation infrastructure, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.