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Digitalization of Analysis of a Concrete Block Layer Using Machine Learning as a Sustainable Approach

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  • Parviz Narimani

    (School of Mechanical Engineering, College of Engineering, University of Tehran, Tehran 7787131587, Iran)

  • Mohsen Dehghanpour Abyaneh

    (Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (DIMEAS), Politechnico Di Torino, 10129 Torino, Italy)

  • Marzieh Golabchi

    (Department of Energy (DENERG), Politechnico Di Torino, 10129 Torino, Italy)

  • Babak Golchin

    (Department of Civil Engineering, University of Mohaghegh Ardabili, Ardabil 5619911367, Iran)

  • Rezwanul Haque

    (School of Science, Technology and Engineering, University of the Sunshine Coast, Sippy Downs, QLD 4556, Australia)

  • Ali Jamshidi

    (School of Science, Technology and Engineering, University of the Sunshine Coast, Sippy Downs, QLD 4556, Australia)

Abstract

The concrete block pavement (CBP) system has a surface layer consisting of concrete block pavers and joint sand over a bedding sand layer. The non-homogeneous nature of the surface course of CBP, along with different laying patterns and shapes of block pavers, makes the analysis of CBP cumbersome. In this study, the surface course of CBP was modeled based on the slab action of the block pavers and joint sand, which are connected together in full contact. Four different laying patterns, including herringbone, stretcher, parquet, and square, were modeled using a finite element model. The elastic moduli of the block pavers varied from 2500 MPa to 45,000 MPa, with thicknesses ranging from 60 mm to 120 mm. As a result, modeling of CBP based on slab action can be considered a realistic strategy. In addition, a dataset was created based on quantitative inputs, e.g., elastic modulus and thickness of the block pavers, and qualitative input, i.e., block laying patterns. The approaches of machine learning adopted were support vector regression, Gaussian process regression, single-layer and deep artificial neural networks, and least squares boosting to implement prediction approach based on input and output. The analyses of statistical accuracy of all five machine learning methods showed high accuracy; however, the Gaussian process and deep artificial neural network methods resulted in the most accurate outputs and are recommended for further studies. Based on the machine learning models, digitalization is achieved through the development of simple, user-friendly software for electronic devices in order to perform a preliminary analysis of different laying patterns of CBP. Such a platform may result in less laboratory work and boosts the level of sustainability in concrete block pavement technology.

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  • Parviz Narimani & Mohsen Dehghanpour Abyaneh & Marzieh Golabchi & Babak Golchin & Rezwanul Haque & Ali Jamshidi, 2024. "Digitalization of Analysis of a Concrete Block Layer Using Machine Learning as a Sustainable Approach," Sustainability, MDPI, vol. 16(17), pages 1-31, September.
  • Handle: RePEc:gam:jsusta:v:16:y:2024:i:17:p:7591-:d:1469545
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    1. Aleksandar Đukić & Milorad K. Banjanin & Mirko Stojčić & Tihomir Đurić & Radenka Đekić & Dejan Anđelković, 2024. "An Ensemble of Machine Learning Models for the Classification and Selection of Categorical Variables in Traffic Inspection Work of Importance for the Sustainable Execution of Events," Sustainability, MDPI, vol. 16(22), pages 1-38, November.

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