Abstract: Many bridge management systems (BMSs) use a Markov chain model to forecast the deterioration process. The Markov property may be considered to be restrictive when modeling the deterioration of transportation assets, primarily ...

Abstract: Many bridge management systems (BMSs) use a Markov chain model to forecast the deterioration process. The Markov property may be considered to be restrictive when modeling the deterioration of transportation assets, primarily ...

Abstract: There is a growing demand to preserve transportation infrastructure utilizing limited funds, and the modeling of flexible pavement deterioration has become an integral component of any pavement preservation model. Markov ...