Sustainable Bridge Engineering
A special issue of Infrastructures (ISSN 2412-3811). This special issue belongs to the section "Sustainable Infrastructures".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 1 October 2025 | Viewed by 580
Special Issue Editors
Interests: bridge health monitoring; bridge vibration and noise control; environmental vibration; intelligent operation and maintenance
Interests: vibration and noise control; intelligent monitoring and maintenance for rail transit structures
Interests: vibration prediction of building structure; vibration and noise evaluation
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Sustainable bridge engineering is a critical field that addresses the growing need for infrastructure that is not only resilient and efficient, but also environmentally responsible. Bridges, as vital components of transportation networks, must be designed, constructed, and maintained with a focus on minimizing environmental impact, enhancing durability, and ensuring safety. This Special Issue, entitled “Sustainable Bridge Engineering”, aims to explore innovative approaches, materials, and technologies that can contribute to the development of bridges that are sustainable, resilient, and adaptable to future challenges.
The scope of this Special Issue encompasses a wide range of topics related to sustainable practices in bridge engineering. We invite original research articles and reviews that highlight advancements in materials, design methodologies, construction techniques, and maintenance strategies. Key areas of interest include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Sustainable materials: the utilization of recycled, renewable, and low-carbon materials to reduce environmental impact.
- Innovative design and construction approaches: the integration of life-cycle assessment, modular construction, and adaptive design principles.
- Intelligent monitoring and detection: IoT, AI, and sensor technology applications for bridge service performance assessments.
- Resilience and durability: strategies to enhance the longevity and performance of bridges under various load conditions.
- Extreme environment adaptation: design and retrofitting strategies to address the impacts of extreme weather events and rising environmental stresses.
This Special Issue seeks to provide a platform for researchers and practitioners to share their insights and innovations in sustainable bridge engineering. By fostering collaboration and knowledge exchange, we aim to contribute to the development of bridge infrastructure that meets the demands of modern transportation while preserving the environment for future generations.
We look forward to receiving your contributions.
Dr. Xiaodong Song
Prof. Dr. Qi Li
Dr. Chao Zou
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- sustainable bridge engineering
- low-carbon materials
- life-cycle assessment
- adaptive design
- resilient infrastructure
- intelligent monitoring
- extreme environments
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