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STRUCTURAL HEALTH MONITORING OF LARGE ARCH BRIDGES IN CROATIA

This paper describes implementation of structural health monitoring techniques of large arch bridges to improve maintenance management in Croatia. Computerized monitoring systems for long-term control of stresses, strains and corrosion progress have been installed on three major Croatian concrete arch bridges. The objective of the current research is to develop monitoring strategy addressing the entire bridge stock. Systematic approach in planning of bridge maintenance activities is essential for efficient bridge management. Defining criteria on deciding which bridges should be instrumented as well as providing guidelines for planning and implementation of a bridge monitoring system will lower maintenance cost and improve durability of existing structures.

Bridge; monitoring; maintenance; management

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