The 2018 Chirajara Bridge collapse in Colombia highlighted the importance of proactive bridge monitoring. The tragedy, caused by design flaws and insufficient monitoring, emphasized the need for real-time bridge monitoring to prevent similar incidents in the future.

Understanding Bridge Monitoring

Bridges face numerous risks, including:

• Scour: Soil erosion around foundations caused by water flow, leading to instability.
• Corrosion: Deterioration of steel components, reducing load capacity.
• Excessive Loads: Unexpected stress from traffic or natural events.

Structural Health Monitoring (SHM) collects data on stress, vibration, and temperature to guide timely interventions, enhancing safety and extending a bridge's lifespan.

Encardio Rite's Bridge Monitoring Solutions

Encardio Rite offers advanced technologies to address critical bridge risks:

• Scour & Corrosion Monitoring: Magnetic and sonar sensors detect scour, while electrochemical probes track corrosion in real-time.
• Instrumentation: Key tools include:
  • Piezometers, Inclinometers, Extensometers, Tilt Meters, and Strain Gauges to monitor foundation stability and structural shifts.
  • GNSS, Laser Scanners, and Accelerometers provide precise data on movement and vibrations.
  • Proqio Platform: Real-time data collection and remote monitoring through Proqio, enabling immediate responses to anomalies.

Notable Projects

• Harry W. Nice Memorial Bridge (USA): Real-time monitoring during construction ensured structural stability.
• I-78 Easton Road Bridge (USA): Tracked pier settlement and rotation to prevent failures.
• Stonecutters Bridge (Hong Kong) and Bogibeel Bridge (India): Monitored soil conditions and bridge stability under high loads.

Future Trends
The future of bridge monitoring includes AI-driven predictive analytics and digital twins, providing proactive solutions to detect and address structural issues early.

Encardio Rite is committed to advancing bridge monitoring technologies to improve infrastructure safety and longevity.

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