IoT based Structural Health Monitoring
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Date
2026-06
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AIKTC
Abstract
Structural health monitoring (SHM) is a technique used to analyse the condition and
performance of civil engineering structures such as buildings and bridges. Currently, most
structures rely on manual inspection methods that are less reliable, time-consuming and prone to
human error. This creates safety risks as minor damages often go undetected until they become
severe. To address this issue, this project proposes and implements a low-cost IoT-based SHM
system for real-time monitoring using sensors. The system integrates a displacement sensor for
measuring deflection, connected to a microcontroller unit for data collection and processing. The
measured data is transmitted wirelessly and can be used for analysis and monitoring of structural
behavior. The experimental setup involves a Wooden Timber subjected to loading, where
deflection is measured using a displacement sensor. The system demonstrates the ability to
capture real-time structural response effectively. The project is executed in stages including data
acquisition, system integration, sensor setup, and experimental validation. Each stage ensures
proper system functioning, testing, and performance evaluation under controlled conditions. The
final system provides a simple, cost-effective, and scalable solution for structural monitoring and
educational applications.
Keywords: Structural health monitoring, Internet of Things, Displacement sensor, Deflection
measurement, Real-time monitoring