Smart composite bridge panel for strain and shape sensing

In this unique project, it was possible to create a smart element capable of self-diagnosis. Nerve- Sensors, including full integration of optical fibre with composite core, as well as displacement (shape) calculation, was implemented in a single bridge panel dedicated for smart bridge engineering. Many laboratory tests with both strain and displacement measurements were performed under the control of independent reference techniques.

DFOS Sensors Installed: Optical fibre in acrylate coating

Project challenges

How to apply non-invasive diagnostics in demanding historic structures?
How to get precise measurement data to detect local damage and imperfection?
How to measure detailed strain profiles over the entire height of the brick masonry wall?

Benefits of using the DFOS monitoring system

Full integration of the sensors with the panel at the production (infusion) stage
Reliable data for structural assessment from a real zero strain/stress state
Simultaneous measurements of strains and displacements (shape changes)
Thousands of measurements points within a single element for self-diagnostics

Results of using the DFOS monitoring system

Example measurement results obtained directly from the smart structural component are presented in the plots. We can observe both strains and displacements (shape changes) over length compared to reference techniques. It proves very good accuracy and high-quality performance of this measurement solution, which are the basis for the Nerve-Sensors idea.nges).

Technical specifications

12 000 measurement points
60 m of sensing path
8 x DFOS strain sensors
short-term (laboratory)

Example results

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