Articles on structural health monitoring, our projects and the technology behind SURVIOT.
Bridges don’t collapse overnight, warning signs are always there. In the past year alone, 20+ bridges have failed, causing devastation that could have been prevented. Structural Health Monitoring (SHM) provides real-time insights into structural conditions, detecting issues before they become catastrophic.
Structural Health Monitoring (SHM) relies on a variety of sensors to assess the condition of bridges, tunnels, buildings, and other infrastructure. From strain gauges to fiber optic sensors, these devices help detect structural changes in real time, ensuring safety and preventing costly failures. In this article, we explore the most important sensor types, their functions, and how they contribute to efficient monitoring.
This article aims to provide a comprehensive overview of what structural health monitoring means in practice and how this approach can help to continuously monitor and improve the state of the built environment.