Infrastructures, Volume 10, Issue 3

This paper presents the development and analysis of a bridge bearing database consistent with the 2020 Italian Guidelines (LG2020), currently enforced by the Italian law for risk classification and management of existing bridges. The database was dev...

Damage to tunnel lining significantly influences the stability of tunnels during operation, particularly under conditions of extra-high ground stress. This article investigates the stability of tunnel linings subjected to extra-high ground stress, pr...

Ultra-high-performance concrete (UHPC) is considered a highly applicable composite material due to its exceptional mechanical properties, such as high compressive strength and ductility. UHPC deep beams are structural elements suitable for short span...

Satellite data have the potential to significantly enhance railway operations and drive the digitization of the rail sector. In the context of railways, satellite data primarily refers to the use of Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) data for...

Although truck platooning enhances transportation efficiency, reduces fuel consumption, and lowers freight transport costs, it can also create limited overtaking opportunities, potentially leading to risky overtaking maneuvers. The present study exam...

With the movement of the construction industry towards Construction 5.0, Digital Twin (DT) has emerged in recent years as a pivotal and comprehensive management tool for predictive strategies for infrastructure assets. However, its effective adoption...

Bridges are an integral and important part of road networks, but monitoring their condition using traditional methods is expensive, dangerous, and laborious. This study examines the rapidly emerging field of drone-based transportation asset monitorin...

Soft clay soil is known for its high compressibility and low bearing capacity, making it one of the most challenging soil types. Sand columns and sand layers reinforced with geosynthetics are effective techniques to enhance the performance of foundat...

Roundabouts generally offer better traffic safety than other intersections, yet severe crashes still occur. They serve as a viable option to enhance intersection safety and reduce crash severity. Improving crash prediction models enhances the precisi...

Establishing dependable and resilient methodologies for identifying damage that may compromise the integrity of reinforced concrete (RC) infrastructures is imperative for preventing potential catastrophic failures. Continuous evaluation and Structura...

Concrete, having evolved over the last 2000 years, is integral to modern infrastructure, with continuous innovations aiming to address sustainability challenges. From Roman concrete mixes to the invention of Portland cement (PC), concrete has evolved...

In this paper, the application of the Gaussian Kernel Smoothing Filter (GKSF) in the field of structural health monitoring (SHM) for bridges is explored. A baseline-free, GKSF-based method is developed to detect and localize structural damage in brid...

This study investigates the impact of high-speed rail (HSR) on Thailand’s public transportation market and evaluates the effectiveness of machine learning techniques in predicting travel mode choices. A stated preference survey was conducted wi...

In this paper, bridge live load testing was conducted to examine the performance of repairs on a section of a post-tensioned box girder bridge in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. The live load test was performed with a single/group of truck(s) with known gro...

The construction industry is growing with the shortfall issues of productivity, functionality, and cost. Precast construction has significant potential to address these issues by incorporating lean principles. Lean focuses on enhancing value at every...

The accumulation of steel slag has become a significant obstacle for the steel industry in achieving ultra-low emission targets. Given its composition is similar to that of road construction materials, steel slag holds substantial potential for appli...

Evaluating physical slope stability is essential to prevent landslides and damage to infrastructure located on sloping terrains. This study analyzes how static and pseudo-static conditions affect slope safety, considering the magnitude and location o...

Pavement deterioration is influenced by various factors with degradation rates varying widely depending on the type of pavement, its use, and the environment in which it is located. In Nepal, where the climate varies from alpine to subtropical monsoo...

Structural health monitoring (SHM) in fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) composites is essential to ensure safety and reliability during service, particularly in critical industries such as aerospace and wind energy. Traditional methods of analyzing Acou...

Promoting alternative modes of transportation such as cycling represents a valuable strategy to minimize environmental impacts, as confirmed in the main targets set out by the European Commission. In this regard, in cities throughout the world, there...

In significant infrastructure, it takes more than simple fatigue load capacity calibration to meet design and analysis requirements; more importantly, fatigue damage evolution and remaining life assessments should be undertaken. Therefore, this paper...

The accurate thermal performance assessment of building components is critical for improving energy efficiency in buildings, mainly as space climatization accounts for a large percentage of energy consumption. The literature review points out multipl...

In recent decades, the condition of many bridge structures has deteriorated and the need for maintenance measures has increased. Until now, these maintenance measures have mainly been carried out manually and reactively. The use of digital 3D models...