ABSTRACT
This paper presents a Finite Element Analysis(FEA)-based design of a health monitoring system for a structurally complex long-span bridge. The system consists of Bridge Weigh-in-Motion(BWIM), damage detection function and thermal behavior monitoring. To determinate the sensor position for BWIM, the strain response in the floor system is analyzed. Besides, FEA simulations are performed to grasp the damageable parts during an earthquake. Based on the analysis, a sensor arrangement for the bridge is proposed.
