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Alessio De Angelis1, Francesco Santoni1, Paolo Carbone1
1Engineering Department, University of Perugia, 06125 Perugia, Italy.
Sensors (Basel, Switzerland)
|December 1, 2020
Summary
A new, low-cost distributed sensing system using MEMS accelerometers and LoRa wireless transmission can monitor structural vibrations. This system is effective for detecting stresses and risks in structures, even in sensitive archaeological sites.
Area of Science:
- Engineering
- Geophysics
- Archaeology
Background:
- Structural health monitoring is crucial for preserving infrastructure and historical sites.
- Existing systems can be costly and complex to deploy.
- There is a need for accessible, low-cost vibration monitoring solutions.
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