Life-Cycle of Structures and Infrastructure Systems
Written by Fabio Biondini,Dan M. Frangopol
6,300 pages, about 126 hours of reading
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Life-Cycle of Structures and Infrastructure Systems is an extensive Open Access compilation of 514 lectures and papers presented at IALCCE 2023, the Eighth International Symposium on Life-Cycle Civil Engineering. Co-authored by Fabio Biondini and Dan M. Frangopol, this monumental work encapsulates cutting-edge research from 45 countries, addressing the full spectrum of life-cycle considerations for civil engineering systems. It delves into crucial aspects such as design, assessment, monitoring, maintenance, and management, all under the pervasive influence of uncertainty and global challenges like climate change. The book serves as an indispensable, up-to-date reference for a broad audience, from students and researchers to practitioners and policymakers, aiming to foster more rational decision-making for enhancing the safety, reliability, resilience, and sustainability of infrastructure globally.
“The imperative for rational decisions to mitigate life-cycle risk and improve the life-cycle reliability, resilience, and sustainability of structures and infrastructure systems.”
Key themes
- Life-Cycle Risk and Reliability
- This theme explores methodologies for quantifying and managing risks associated with infrastructure systems throughout their entire life-cycle, from design to decommissioning. It encompasses probabilistic approaches to assess structural reliability, identify failure modes, and predict performance under various loading conditions and environmental exposures. The goal is to minimize the likelihood and consequences of failures, ensuring the long-term safety and functionality of structures.
- Infrastructure Resilience and Sustainability
- This theme focuses on developing infrastructure systems that can withstand, adapt to, and recover from disruptive events (resilience) while minimizing environmental impact and resource consumption over their lifespan (sustainability). It integrates concepts of ecological footprint, circular economy, and socio-economic benefits with engineering design and management strategies.
- Advanced Monitoring and Assessment Technologies
- This theme explores the application of cutting-edge technologies for inspecting, monitoring, and assessing the condition and performance of existing structures and infrastructure systems. It includes topics like sensor networks, remote sensing, artificial intelligence, data analytics, and non-destructive testing, all aimed at providing real-time or near real-time insights for proactive maintenance and repair.
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