Feasibility of 3D Scanning Technology for Bridge Inspection and Management

Kang, Kyubyung; Xiao, Jinwu; Hu, Jiashu; Kanakamedala, Deven Surya Chandan; Seo, Jungil; Varma, Amit

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Feasibility of 3D Scanning Technology for Bridge Inspection and Management

2025-06-03
By Kang, Kyubyung ; Xiao, Jinwu ; Hu, Jiashu ; ...

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Kang, Kyubyung ; Xiao, Jinwu ; Hu, Jiashu ; Kanakamedala, Deven Surya Chandan ; Seo, Jungil ; Varma, Amit
Corporate Creators:

Purdue University. Joint Transportation Research Program
Corporate Contributors:

Indiana Department of Transportation ; United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration
Subject/TRT Terms:

3D Scanning Technology Asset Management Bridge Inspection Bridge Management Systems Bridges Data Analysis Decision Making Feasibility Analysis Girders Inspection Laser Radar Photogrammetry Structural Analysis Terrestrial Laser Scanning Three Dimensional Displays UAV Photogrammetry
Publication/ Report Number:

FHWA/IN/JTRP-2025/16
DOI:

https://doi.org/10.5703/1288284317880
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Tech Report
Geographical Coverage:

United States ; Indiana
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Final Report
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Purdue University. Joint Transportation Research Program
Abstract:

This report evaluates the feasibility of 3D scanning technologies, including LiDAR, terrestrial laser scanning (TLS), and UAV photogrammetry, for improving bridge inspection practices. The study identifies challenges in adopting these technologies, particularly for detecting corrosion, section loss, and deformation in steel girders and other critical structural components. A framework is developed to integrate 3D scanning data with defect detection and structural analysis tools, ensuring compatibility with existing bridge inspection and asset management systems. The report provides practical guidelines for optimizing scanning strategies, data processing workflows, and implementation procedures to support Indiana’s bridge inspection practice. The proposed framework is designed to improve inspection accuracy, enhance efficiency, reduce field inspection time, and support data-driven decision-making for bridge maintenance and rehabilitation planning.
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SPR-4731
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