6. Types of Sensors Used in Civil Engineering Applications
The chapter discusses the critical role of sensors in civil engineering, focusing on their classification, working principles, and applications across various structural contexts. It covers specific types of sensors, including strain gauges, displacement meters, and temperature monitoring devices, highlighting their significance in enhancing the functionality and safety of infrastructure systems. The integration of technologies such as IoT and smart sensors is emphasized, alongside the challenges faced in sensor deployment and management.
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What we have learnt
- Sensors are integral to modern civil engineering, providing real-time monitoring and predictive maintenance capabilities.
- Various types of sensors are classified based on measured quantity, working principle, and mode of operation.
- Integration of sensors in smart infrastructure contributes to safety, efficiency, and sustainability in civil engineering applications.
Key Concepts
- -- Structural Health Monitoring (SHM)
- A process that uses sensors to monitor the condition and performance of structures over time to detect potential failures.
- -- Wireless Sensor Networks (WSN)
- A system that collects data from multiple sensors wirelessly, allowing for real-time monitoring and data analysis.
- -- Calibration
- The process of adjusting the precision of a sensor to ensure accurate measurements against a known standard.
- -- Data Fusion
- The integration of data from multiple sensors to provide a comprehensive understanding of structural performance.
- -- Active and Passive Sensors
- Active sensors require external power to operate, while passive sensors generate output signals without external power.
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