Why is Structural Health Monitoring (SHM) Essential?
Just like a doctor monitors a patient's vital signs, SHM collects precise data on the condition of infrastructures. Through a network of connected sensors, it continuously detects signs of structural fatigue, preventing deterioration before it becomes critical.
Key Figures:
- In France, 12% of the 200,000 bridges are in a concerning state.
- Proactive monitoring reduces long-term maintenance costs by up to 40%.
SHM optimizes risk management and extends the lifespan of infrastructures by several decades.
How Does Structural Health Monitoring Work?
SHM is a multidisciplinary approach combining:
IoT Sensors: Measure vibrations, displacements, temperature, corrosion, and more in real time.
Digital Modeling: Digital twins and simulations anticipate structural evolution.
Non-Destructive Testing (NDT): Enables local or global structural monitoring.
Cross-analyzing these data points helps identify critical areas, develop tailored maintenance plans, and reduce emergency interventions.
Local vs. Global Monitoring: Which Strategy to Adopt?
Local Monitoring: Focuses on specific vulnerable areas (expansion joints, foundations, etc.).
Global Monitoring: Provides a comprehensive overview of an infrastructure’s condition, detecting invisible anomalies.
Continuous vs. Periodic Monitoring
Periodic Monitoring: Ideal for moderate-risk structures, involving scheduled manual inspections at regular intervals.
Continuous Monitoring: Essential for critical infrastructures, using sensors to provide real-time tracking and instant alerts in case of anomalies.
Feelbat: Connected Monitoring Solutions for Optimized Maintenance
To address infrastructure management challenges, Feelbat has developed a range of connected sensors that are quick to install and configure in just minutes.
✔ Continuous and remote monitoring
✔ Fast, non-intrusive installation
✔ Real-time alerts for abnormal movements
With these innovations, professionals can:
✔ Anticipate risks
✔ Optimize maintenance interventions
✔ Extend the lifespan of their structures while reducing maintenance costs
Together, let’s preserve our infrastructure heritage and ensure the safety of tomorrow’s structures!
Press contact
Agence Impulse Communication Paris
Marie Legrand – marie@impulse-communication.fr – 06 09 88 62 27
Julie Dalsace – julie@impulse-communication.fr – 06 78 70 96 05