Damage Conditions and Structural Performance Assessment for Small Bridges Subjected to Seismic Forces
摘要
The 2024 Noto Peninsula Earthquake, registering a magnitude of 7.6 on the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) scale, caused significant structural damage across the region, including to the Target Bridge. Despite undergoing repairs in 2022, the bridge exhibited notable issues post-earthquake, such as increased peak strain values, static strain values, and unusually large oscillations in strain data. These findings suggest potential deformation of the bridge girders and damage to the bearings, likely exacerbated by the earthquake. To evaluate the bridge’s performance, bridge weigh-in-motion (BWIM) techniques were employed. Sensors were strategically installed along the bridge girders to capture real-time strain data under normal traffic conditions, with high-frequency sampling providing detailed insights. Strain data collected in 2023 and 2024, calculated by impact factor, showed significant differences, underscoring the impact of the earthquake on the bridge’s structural integrity. Implementing these measures will help maintain the bridge’s operational capacity and resilience against future seismic events, ensuring safe passage for the daily traffic it supports.