Journal of Performance of Constructed Facilities: Recent submissions
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Genetic Feature Selection and Multistage Deep Learning for Bridge Substructure Condition Prediction
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)AbstractTransportation agencies rely on accurate predictions of bridge substructure conditions for planning, resource allocation, and ensuring the safety of their infrastructure. Traditional deterioration models fail to ... -
Quantitative Assessment of Chloride-Induced Corrosion in Concrete Bridge Decks Using Ground-Penetrating Radar
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2025)AbstractAccurate assessment of corrosion in concrete bridge decks is essential for ensuring structural safety and guiding long-term maintenance strategies. Ground-penetrating radar (GPR), as a widely adopted nondestructive ... -
Three-Dimensional Modeling and Crack Detection for High Pier Bridges Based on UAV Route Optimization Algorithm
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2025)AbstractThis study proposes a path optimization algorithm specifically designed for high-pier bridges in mountainous areas. By integrating drone oblique photogrammetry with an improved dung beetle optimization algorithm, ... -
Application of Mixed Reality and Infrared Inspection to Examine External Wall Tiles
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2025)AbstractThe current methods used for inspecting external wall tiles in Taiwan are known to be time-consuming and labor-intensive. To address these limitations, we conducted a study that applied an infrared inspection ... -
Dynamic Performance and Damage Assessment of Tunnel Infrastructure under Surface Rock Blasting
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)AbstractUnderground tunnels are essential to urban transportation networks but can be affected by surface explosions during construction. Tunnel damage depends on factors such as blast distance, TNT weight and layout, ... -
Feasibility and Mechanistic Insights into Various Strengthening Techniques for Augmenting the Flexural Performance of Masonry under Fatigue Loading
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)AbstractMasonry structures, a predominant housing type, are susceptible to damage from lateral loading. Particularly, structures alongside roads and railway lines frequently undergo repeated loading, subjecting them to ... -
The Practice of Demolishing a Truss-Combined Arch Bridge
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2025)AbstractThe demolition of the severely deteriorated 150-m main span Huayudong truss-combined arch bridge in China presented significant challenges. Because of its location over a primary water source, a nonexplosive approach ... -
The Collapse of Massive Concrete Structures: The Case of Boulders for the Breakwater of Augusta’s Harbor in Italy
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2025)AbstractThe brittle failure of a 25 m3 massive concrete block during handling at Augusta’s harbor, Italy, was investigated to identify the root causes and propose improvements for future projects. The study combined ... -
An Active-Learning Framework for Efficient Training and Bias Mitigation in Probabilistic Forecasting of Water Pipeline Failures
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2025)AbstractDespite recent advancements in forecasting models for water pipe failures, their implementation remains challenging in many urban environments due to data scarcity. Because water pipe breaks are irregular and ... -
Integrated Solution for Surface Crack Segmentation, Quantification, and BIM Mapping in Civil Buildings
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2025)AbstractCracks are a major threat to civil building safety. Manual crack detection is labor-intensive and inefficient, highlighting the need for accurate and automated detection methods. Current crack segmentation models ... -
Lessons Learned from a Progressive Collapse Accident of a through Tied-Arch Bridge: FE Modeling and Inverse Analysis
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2025)AbstractAs the main structure of the through tied-arch bridge, the arch–beam composite structure is inherently robust. However, the systematic failure of hangers can still lead to progressive collapse incidents. Taking the ... -
Feasibility Study for a New Mixed-Reality Enhanced Construction Inspection Workflow
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2025)AbstractThis study introduces a mixed-reality (MR) tool for construction inspections, designed to address inefficiencies in traditional and mobile-based methods by consolidating functionalities into a hands-free, immersive ... -
Efficient Pavement Damage Detection Algorithm Based on Lightweight Feature Enhancement Network
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2025)AbstractEfficient detection of pavement damage in complex natural environments is crucial for intelligent maintenance of transportation infrastructure. To address challenges related to structural complexity, resource ... -
Enhancing Efficiency of Handling Illegal Constructions Using the SOMCM Algorithm: A Case Study in Taipei
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2025)AbstractIllegal constructions (ICs) have raised significant concerns regarding public safety, hygiene, and security in urban areas, posing a continuous risk of accidents and hazards. Whether it be frequent fires in ... -
Landslides and Bridge Damages in Western North Carolina after Hurricane Helene
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2025)AbstractHurricane Helene, a Category 4 storm at landfall in 2024, caused extensive damage across the Southeastern United States, with sustained winds reaching 220 km/h. Helene resulted in over $78 billion in economic ... -
Using Microcolumn Stiffeners to Fix Distortion Caused by Expansive Soils in Substructure and Superstructure Frames
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2025)AbstractThis paper investigates a market building that suffered serious structural problems due to swelling soils. To assess the building’s reaction to upward swelling pressure, the analysis takes into account combinations ... -
Development of an Eddy Current Sensor for Orthotropic Steel Decks Based on the Halbach Array
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2025)AbstractEddy current testing (ECT) is a noncontact testing method, which has been recently applied in orthotropic steel decks detection for the through-deck type fatigue cracks. However, the detection sensitivity is quite ... -
Source-Related Uncertainties in the Seismic Performance Assessment of a Historical Masonry Railway Bridge
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2025)AbstractBridges are fundamental components of the global transportation network, serving as critical links for the efficient movement of goods and individuals. Inadequate performance of these structures may result in ... -
Aluminum Structures Covered with PVC Tents Collapsing under a Severe Rain Event
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2025)AbstractMarquee structures are widely used for covering large spaces for temporary or permanent purposes, cultural and sporting events, exhibition spaces for trade fairs or commercial activities, or as temporary environments ... -
Influence of Column Retrofitting on Seismic Fragility and Cost–Benefit Analysis for an Existing Reinforced Concrete Building
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)AbstractFragility analysis is a well-established tool for evaluating the probability of damage to buildings subjected to seismic ground motions. In this study, the applicability and suitability of reinforced concrete (RC) ...