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Vibration-Based Failure Diagnosis of Warren Truss Structures Using Supervised Machine Learning Techniques

Received: 6 January 2025     Accepted: 23 January 2025     Published: 11 February 2025
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This article explores advancements in damage detection and structural diagnostics for steel bridges by proposing an integrated analysis method for failure patterns and structural feasibility validation. The approach incorporates the correlation between damage causes and vibrational data classified by intensity levels. Using a supervised machine learning framework, training datasets are developed by analyzing structural behavior identified through specific vibration characteristics, specifically examining the Warren Truss type. It explored a system that diagnosed failure sequences based on vibration-classified structures within the steel bridge frame. The system generated data on the feasibility conditions by analyzing the vibration characteristics of structural elements with varying levels of damage. This vibration classification could be used as a reference for structural maintenance and repair. Machine learning diagnosis involved investigating bridge collapses to identify the types of elements and their positions within the structure, with forecasts serving as the basis for interference detection. Identifying and classifying vibration patterns in bridge structures focuses on assessing their response to potential damage and dysfunctions to ensure their safety and long-term durability. This involves using vibration-based structural health monitoring (SHM) systems that detect anomalies or changes in the dynamic behavior of bridges. The primary objective is correlating specific vibration signatures with structural defects, such as fatigue cracks, material degradation, or connection failures. This assessment categorized structural degeneration into three levels: moderate (30%), urgent (50%), and severe/critical (≥70%). The findings of the assessment group informed the design of management strategies, technical maintenance plans, and overall structural performance improvements for Warren Truss Bridges. Factual values and ductility measurements were also considered. The study provided a more detailed summary of relevant research outcomes and the developmental stages of a recent vibration-based diagnostic system for future research.

Published in International Journal of Mechanical Engineering and Applications (Volume 13, Issue 1)
DOI 10.11648/j.ijmea.20251301.11
Page(s) 1-26
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Fatigue Analysis, Machine Learning (ML), Warren Truss, Diagnostic, Structural Health Monitoring

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