14.2. Predictive Maintenance

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is predictive maintenance?

   Hint

   Think about preventing something before it happens.

2. 2.

   Name one benefit of predictive maintenance.

   Hint

   Consider how early detection can affect costs.

3. 3.

   What does predictive maintenance aim to achieve?

   • Preventative fixes
   • Reactive repairs
   • Budget control

   Hint

   Focus on the proactive nature of predictive strategies.

4. 4.

   True or False: Smart sensors are used in predictive maintenance.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about the tools necessary for real-time monitoring.

5. 5.

   Design a predictive maintenance plan for a concrete highway overpass that encounters both moisture and chloride exposure.

   Hint

   Consider multiple types of sensors and what parameters to monitor.

6. 6.

   Evaluate the long-term benefits of implementing IoT in seismic monitoring of bridges compared to traditional methods.

   Hint

   Reflect on how IoT can enhance proactive vs. reactive strategies.