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Sensing Systems in Construction and the Built Environment: Review, Prospective, and Challenges
Amin Malekmohammadi1, Nima Farzadnia2, Amir Hajrasouliha3
1Department of Computer and Electrical Engineering, California State University Bakersfield, Bakersfield, CA 93311, USA.
Sensors (Basel, Switzerland)
|December 23, 2023
Summary
This review covers advanced sensors for built environments, detailing structural health monitoring (SHM) and building environment monitoring (BEM) systems. It discusses applications, challenges, and future integration with digital twins for intelligent infrastructure management.
Area of Science:
- Engineering
- Computer Science
- Environmental Science
Background:
- The built environment relies on sensing systems for structural integrity and occupant well-being.
- Existing monitoring technologies face challenges in energy, networking, and validation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide a comprehensive review of state-of-the-art sensors for the built environment.
- To categorize and describe sensors for structural health monitoring (SHM) and building environment monitoring (BEM).
- To discuss applications, implementation challenges, and future prospects of sensing systems.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of current sensing technologies.
- Categorization of sensors into SHM and BEM systems.
- Analysis of common limitations and future integration strategies.
Main Results:
- Sensors are categorized into SHM for structural performance and BEM for occupant safety and comfort.
- Key challenges identified include energy supply, packaging, network layout, and performance validation.
- Future prospects involve integrating advanced sensing systems into digital twins for enhanced analysis.
Conclusions:
- Advanced sensing systems are crucial for modern infrastructure management.
- Addressing current limitations will enhance the reliability and applicability of built environment sensors.
- The integration of sensing systems with digital twins promises intelligent and multifunctional monitoring solutions.
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