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Research on Damage Identification and Topographic Feature Enhancement for Retaining Structures Based on Wavelet Packet–Curvature Fusion (WPCF)

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Title: Research on Damage Identification and Topographic Feature Enhancement for Retaining Structures Based on Wavelet Packet–Curvature Fusion (WPCF)
Authors: Ao Yang, Ling Mei
Source: Applied Sciences. 15:11370
Publisher Information: MDPI AG, 2025.
Publication Year: 2025
Description: This study addresses the challenges in health monitoring and safety assessment of retaining structures by developing an innovative damage identification system based on the Frequency-Optimized Wavelet Packet Transform (FOWPT) algorithm. The system introduces the Impulse Response Function (IRF) and optimized energy feature characterization to achieve precise damage localization (error ≤ 5%) and quantitative severity assessment. Recognizing the limitations of traditional dynamic methods in explaining damage mechanisms and spatial specificity, this research proposes a Wavelet Packet–Curvature Fusion (WPCF) model that integrates dynamic response signals with static topographic features. Through experimental validation, the WPCF model demonstrates a strong spatial correlation between terrain curvature and damage indicators, enabling damage prediction based solely on topographic data. The results show that the fusion approach significantly improves the accuracy of damage diagnosis and facilitates a transition from post-diagnosis to pre-prediction, offering a reliable technical framework for the intelligent monitoring and maintenance of retaining structures.
Document Type: Article
Language: English
ISSN: 2076-3417
DOI: 10.3390/app152111370
Rights: CC BY
Accession Number: edsair.doi...........2974e8b490b65d13c2807c0da2e597a0
Database: OpenAIRE
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ISSN:20763417
DOI:10.3390/app152111370