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
Benefits of using the DFOS monitoring system
Results of using the DFOS monitoring system
The plots present example measurement results obtained directly from the smart structural component, showing both strains and displacements (shape changes) along its length, compared to reference techniques. These results demonstrate the high accuracy and quality performance of this measurement solution, which underpin the concept behind Nerve-Sensors.
Example results
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