Intelligent Measuring System Using Network Wireless Sensors for Structural Diagnostics

Abstract

Health Monitoring Systems (SHM) is a smart sensor system that have the ability to improve the monitoring and diagnostic of building structures. Initiated in the last century decade the importance of SHM is growing. In its early stages, the main purpose of SHM technique was to diagnose sensitive technical objects such as airplanes, bridges and high buildings. One of the main monitoring parameters in SHM dynamic tests is structural tension under external environmental loads. Equipping existing structures with analysis and diagnostic systems using traditional surveying technologies is expensive and time-consuming. A solution to this problem would be the use of less expensive new wireless-related technologies by means of "smart" sensors. Smart sensors are based on built-in microprocessors and wireless communications, which fundamentally change the way civilian infrastructure systems are monitored, controlled and maintained. The article describes a new technology for the development and implementation of a reliable SHM system using a network of intelligent wireless sensors for measurement and diagnostics to predict structural failures through non-destructive diagnostic procedures.