Computer Code to Assess the Reliability of Existing RC Structures using Stochastic FE Models Developed Based on Digital Image Processing

The number of structural assessment and evaluation projects in Canada is growing due to the aging of the existing infrastructure and the need for extending the service life of critical structures. Current practice utilizes simplified, rather conservative methods of assessment that do not typically yield optimized decisions regarding the safety condition of the existing structure nor the retrofit scheme. The objective of this research is to propose a robust reliability-based framework of analysis to assess the safety of existing reinforced concrete structures by utilizing digital images to develop refined models of the said structure and optimize retrofit if needed.

Faculty Supervisor:

Fadi Oudah

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Partner:

NOEL Consultants

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

Dalhousie University

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