Machine-Learning Methods for Assessing Dynamic Resistance of Existing Bridge Structures Subjected to Mining Tremors

Abstract

This paper demonstrates the results of research studies aimed at creating a model that allows to determine the resistance of existing bridge structures to the impact of mining tremors. A database (created by the author of this article) of the dynamic resistance of reinforced concrete bridge structures subjected to seismic excitations commonly occurring in the Legnica-Głogów Copper District (LGOM) formed the basis for the analysis. The dynamic resistance of each structure contained in the database was expressed as the limit values of the acceleration of ground vibrations that may be carried by a given structure without compromising its safety. The study was carried out using the Support Vector Machine (SVM) method in a Support Vector Regression (SVR) approach as well as an Artificial Neural Network (ANN). The models were compared in terms of the quality of the predictions and generalization of the acquired knowledge. This allows to select the most-effective method in evaluating the dynamic resistance of existing bridge structures.