Project Overview
Challenges
- Aging stone masonry with visible crack formations
Sensitivity to drilling or invasive installations
Environmental impacts (temperature & humidity variation)
Urban vibration due to nearby traffic
Limited access for wired infrastructure
Solution Implemented
GeoLook designed and deployed a non-invasive wireless SHM system consisting of:
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Crack meters installed across major fracture zones
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High-precision tilt sensors on structural towers
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Triaxial accelerometers for vibration monitoring
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Environmental sensors (temperature & humidity)
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Centralized multi-channel data logger
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Cloud-based analytics dashboard
All sensors were integrated into a secure IoT platform with remote access and automated alert triggers.
Technology Used
Wireless Tilt Sensors
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Vibrating Wire Crack Meters
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MEMS Accelerometers
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Multi-Channel Data Acquisition System
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4G/LoRa-Based Gateway
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Web-Based Monitoring Dashboard
Results & Impact
Early detection of micro-tilt movement
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Crack progression trend analysis
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Reduction in manual inspection costs
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Real-time alert system for abnormal vibration
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Data-backed conservation decision support
The monitoring system now provides continuous structural performance insights and ensures proactive preservation of the monument
Client Value Delivered
Improved heritage asset lifespan
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Reduced structural risk
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Remote monitoring capability
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Data-driven conservation planning
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Long-term infrastructure sustainability
Key Technical Outcomes
Real-time Crack Monitoring
High-Precision Tilt Monitoring
Vibration & Seismic Tracking
IoT Wireless Sensor Network
Cloud-Based Remote Dashboard
Early Warning Alert System
Environmental Impact Monitoring