Intelligent Bridge Management Technologies

This book provides a timely introduction to the methodology of Intelligent Bridge Maintenance and Management (IBM&M) and a comprehensive synthesis of emerging digital technologies for realizing IBM&M. The authors, who carry research, teaching, and consulting experience in the USA, Japan, and China, present the background, principles, methods, and application examples of essential IBM&M solutions in eight dedicated chapters. The digital technologies covered in this book include: Artificial intelligence, big data, machine learning, computer vision. Data fusion, 3D building information, digital twin modeling, virtual and augmented reality. Internet of things sensors, robotics including unmanned vehicles. The book targets the audience in the broader Bridge Engineering community, including academic researchers, students, bridge owners, and technology providers.