SHIELD: Structural Health Inspection with Embedded Low-power Devices

Purpose and goal

The project addresses the growing need for reliable and cost-effective bridge monitoring by developing next-generation autonomous monitoring systems. The starting point is the serious bridge accidents that have occurred in Europe in recent years, where hidden damage led to sudden collapses. The consortium, combines expertise in sensor technology, IoT and AI, creates energy-efficient, wireless systems that can measure parameters such as strain, vibration, corrosion and temperature in real time.

Expected effects and result

The project´s performance objectives focus on developing a tailor-made solution for autonomous infrastructure monitoring, with a specific focus on transport bridges, by leveraging advanced sensor technology, low-energy sensor systems and AI-based data analytics implemented in the monitoring system. The system identifies potential damage, deviations and degradation trends at an early stage, enabling proactive maintenance and increased safety.

Planned approach and implementation

The project plan contains six work packages that together constitute the tasks that need to be carried out for the project to achieve its goals. WP2-WP6 are based on the technical research and development that needs to be done to create the intended autonomous bridge monitoring system: -Sensors and signal processing -System design and data acquisition unit -Data analysis and damage detection -Power supply and energy management -System integration and verification Project will run for 24 months.