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Winter 11-8-2023

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A Bridge Information Modeling (BrIM) Framework for Inspection and Maintenance Intervention in Reinforced Concrete Bridges

by Ahmed Gouda Mohamed 1, Ahmed Khaled 2 and Ibrahim S. Abotaleb 3,* 1 Department of Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering and Management Programme, The British University in Egypt, El Sherouk City 11837, Egypt 2 Department of Civil Engineering, The British University in Egypt, El Sherouk City 11837, Egypt 3 Department of Construction Engineering, The American University in Cairo, Cairo 11835, Egypt * Author to whom correspondence should be addressed. Buildings 2023, 13(11), 2798; https://doi.org/10.3390/buildings13112798 Submission received: 26 September 2023 / Revised: 10 October 2023 / Accepted: 16 October 2023 / Published: 8 November 2023 (This article belongs to the Section Building Structures) Downloadkeyboard_arrow_down Browse Figures Versions Notes

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Reinforced concrete bridges (RCBs) are essential elements of transportation infrastructure, necessitating ongoing inspection and maintenance to guarantee their durability and structural integrity. This research aims to develop an integrated framework for inspection and maintenance intervention in reinforced concrete bridges (RCB), leveraging the potential of as-is Bridge Information Modeling (BrIM). The methodology begins by converting 2D drawings into a 3D as-is BrIM model, facilitating a more accurate representation of the bridge’s current state. This is followed by creating a comprehensive bridge inventory, allowing for meticulous tracking of vital components and their condition. Subsequently, inspection data are acquired using advanced sensing technologies, enabling real-time data collection and analysis. Structural defects are modeled on the as-is BrIM model to enhance diagnostic capabilities, providing a visual representation of areas requiring intervention. The framework also makes it easier to create reports, ensuring that important information is efficiently shared with the right people. A thorough case study using a concrete bridge is used to show the effectiveness of the created framework. The BrIM framework’s potential to improve the bridge inspection and maintenance process was demonstrated by integrating inspection reporting with BrIM, which produced encouraging results. The research contribution to the body of knowledge is significant as the developed framework considerably enhances the administration of bridge inspection and maintenance procedures, resulting in greater efficacy by offering a thorough and clear picture of the bridge’s current state.

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