An Expert System as Applied to Bridges: Testing Phase: Final Report

Report No: 91-R23

Published in 1991

About the report:

This project concludes a four part study regarding the development of an expert system called DOBES, to form conclusions as to the disposition of older bridges. The options include replacement, rehabilitation, improvement, abandonment and routine maintenance. The final phase tested and refined the program, producing excellent results, useful for general bridge management.

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91-R23

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Authors

William Zuk, Jonathan Newbrough

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