Energy difference of dynamic displacement curvature with frequency band selection for damage identification in bridges

Key Points

• Identifying bridge damage relies on the energy difference of dynamic displacement curvature, enhancing structural assessments.
• Critical metrics involve analyzing energy differences over selected frequency bands, revealing damage patterns effectively.
• Observational analysis utilizes dynamic displacement curvature and targeted frequency band selection to pinpoint structural issues.
• Promising for real-time monitoring, the approach highlights the need for ongoing validation and integration into bridge maintenance plans.