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Agency for Design and Planning, Ltd. , Nikšić , Montenegro
Faculty of CIvil Engineering, University of Montenegro , Podgorica , Montenegro
Bridges are critical components of transportation infrastructure, requiring efficient design, construction, and management throughout their entire life cycle. Recent advances in digital technologies have significantly influenced bridge engineering, particularly through the adoption of Building Information Modeling (BIM) and Artificial Intelligence (AI). BIM enables integrated information management and improved coordination across different project phases, while AI provides advanced tools for data analysis, optimization, and decision-making. This paper presents a comprehensive review of the existing literature on the application of BIM and AI in bridge design, construction, and operation. The review covers the use of BIM in geometric modeling, construction planning, and asset management, as well as AI-based methods for structural analysis, damage detection, and predictive maintenance. Furthermore, the integration of BIM and AI, including the development of
digital twins for bridges, is discussed. Key challenges, such as data availability, interoperability, and lack of standardization, are also identified. The findings highlight the significant potential of combining BIM and AI to enhance the efficiency, safety, and sustainability of bridge infrastructure and outline directions for future research.
Artificial Intelligence, Building Information Modeling (BIM), Bridge Engineering, Structural Health Monitoring, Digital Twin, Infrastructure Management.
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