Innovation in bridge inspection

This award seeks to recognise excellence in equipment, sensors, digital tools and solutions that have helped clients gain a better understanding of bridge condition and rate of degradation in the UK or internationally.

Geofem
Applying PS InSAR Analysis to A Bridge Collapse

This project demonstrates InSAR’s unique ability to monitor bridges in a cost-effective, timely, and accurate fashion, flagging potential failures long before they happen. The benefits of such proactive risk management are clear for both civil safety and the smooth functioning of infrastructure.

GScan
Applying muon tomography and AI to assess the structural aspects of post-tensioned bridges in the framework of the Structures Moonshot programme

"The results of the project proved that muon tomography can be applied for unparalleled deep Non-Destructive Inspection. GScan leverages muon tomography, allowing visualisation of internal structures without damage, a significant advancement over invasive methods. Its deep penetration reveals hidden defects like corrosion, essential for assessing aging infrastructure. The project also showed that the gathered information was highly accurate to make informed decisions. GScan delivers precise 3D images and chemical composition data, providing engineers with a comprehensive understanding of bridge conditions. This detailed information enables accurate assessments and informed maintenance decisions, improving upon the precision of older technologies."

Trace Structural Investigations
Comprehensive, High-Speed Bridge Condition Mapping workflow

TRACE-SI has revolutionised bridge inspection with a cutting-edge workflow that combines GPR, iCAMM, and the HausBot robotic platform. This approach enables full-coverage, high-speed corrosion and delamination mapping with unmatched accuracy and safety. Unlike traditional methods, this system provides rapid, non-intrusive assessments without drilling or lane closures. Proven on multiple bridge projects, it delivers faster, safer, and more cost-effective results, setting a new industry standard. By enhancing data quality, reducing risks, and improving efficiency, TRACE-SI’s workflow represents the future of bridge condition assessments.