Smart Composite Rebars based on DFOS Technology as Nervous System of Hybrid Footbridge Deck: A Case Study

The paper presents the concept and application of the smart pedestrian footbridge, equipped with DFOS strain sensors called EpsilonRebars. These sensors, in the form of composite rods being simultaneously the structural reinforce ment for the concrete deck, were placed along the entire span of nearly 80 m.

Smart Composite Rebars based on DFOS Technology as Nervous System of Hybrid Footbridge Deck: A Case Study

The paper presents the concept and application of the smart pedestrian footbridge, equipped with DFOS strain sensors called EpsilonRebars. These sensors, in the form of composite rods being simultaneously the structural reinforce ment for the concrete deck, were placed along the entire span of nearly 80 m.