Nondestructive evaluation of hybrid concrete properties using image processing and machine learning

<p>Advancements in informatics, such as image processing (IP) and machine learning (ML), are increasingly being utilized to evaluate the mechanical properties of reinforced concrete structures. This study focuses on hybrid concrete (HC), which incorporates cement replacement materials (CRM) li...

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المؤلف الرئيسي: Vagelis Plevris (14158863) (author)
مؤلفون آخرون: Ammar T. Al-Sayegh (21797717) (author), Junaid Mir (17820989) (author), Afaq Ahmad (5153747) (author)
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Civil engineering
Materials engineering
Information and computing sciences
Machine learning
Machine learning
Image processing
Hybrid concrete
Cement replacement materials
Silica fume
Fly ash
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description <p>Advancements in informatics, such as image processing (IP) and machine learning (ML), are increasingly being utilized to evaluate the mechanical properties of reinforced concrete structures. This study focuses on hybrid concrete (HC), which incorporates cement replacement materials (CRM) like fly ash and silica fume to enhance its mechanical performance while promoting sustainability. A novel methodology combining IP with supervised ML models—Support vector machine (SVM), boosted ensemble regression (BRE), and Gaussian process regression (GPR)—was developed to predict the compressive and tensile strengths of HC. A comprehensive dataset was created using 162 cylindrical specimens prepared with various mix ratios, CRM replacement levels, and curing durations. High-resolution images of both horizontal and vertical cuts of the specimens were analyzed, and statistical features were extracted to train the ML models. The results demonstrated the models’ high accuracy in predicting mechanical properties, with GPR emerging as the most reliable method. The findings confirm the effectiveness of integrating IP with ML as a nondestructive testing approach for concrete evaluation, offering a fast, cost-effective, and environmentally friendly alternative to traditional methods. This study underscores the potential of combining advanced computational techniques with sustainable materials to innovate in concrete technology.</p><h2>Other Information</h2> <p> Published in: Structures<br> License: <a href="http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/" target="_blank">http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/</a><br>See article on publisher's website: <a href="https://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.istruc.2025.109423" target="_blank">https://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.istruc.2025.109423</a></p>
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spelling Nondestructive evaluation of hybrid concrete properties using image processing and machine learningVagelis Plevris (14158863)Ammar T. Al-Sayegh (21797717)Junaid Mir (17820989)Afaq Ahmad (5153747)EngineeringCivil engineeringMaterials engineeringInformation and computing sciencesMachine learningMachine learningImage processingHybrid concreteCement replacement materialsSilica fumeFly ash<p>Advancements in informatics, such as image processing (IP) and machine learning (ML), are increasingly being utilized to evaluate the mechanical properties of reinforced concrete structures. This study focuses on hybrid concrete (HC), which incorporates cement replacement materials (CRM) like fly ash and silica fume to enhance its mechanical performance while promoting sustainability. A novel methodology combining IP with supervised ML models—Support vector machine (SVM), boosted ensemble regression (BRE), and Gaussian process regression (GPR)—was developed to predict the compressive and tensile strengths of HC. A comprehensive dataset was created using 162 cylindrical specimens prepared with various mix ratios, CRM replacement levels, and curing durations. High-resolution images of both horizontal and vertical cuts of the specimens were analyzed, and statistical features were extracted to train the ML models. The results demonstrated the models’ high accuracy in predicting mechanical properties, with GPR emerging as the most reliable method. The findings confirm the effectiveness of integrating IP with ML as a nondestructive testing approach for concrete evaluation, offering a fast, cost-effective, and environmentally friendly alternative to traditional methods. This study underscores the potential of combining advanced computational techniques with sustainable materials to innovate in concrete technology.</p><h2>Other Information</h2> <p> Published in: Structures<br> License: <a href="http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/" target="_blank">http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/</a><br>See article on publisher's website: <a href="https://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.istruc.2025.109423" target="_blank">https://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.istruc.2025.109423</a></p>2025-06-30T12:00:00ZTextJournal contributioninfo:eu-repo/semantics/publishedVersiontextcontribution to journal10.1016/j.istruc.2025.109423https://figshare.com/articles/journal_contribution/Nondestructive_evaluation_of_hybrid_concrete_properties_using_image_processing_and_machine_learning/29655644CC BY 4.0info:eu-repo/semantics/openAccessoai:figshare.com:article/296556442025-06-30T12:00:00Z
spellingShingle Nondestructive evaluation of hybrid concrete properties using image processing and machine learning
Vagelis Plevris (14158863)
Engineering
Civil engineering
Materials engineering
Information and computing sciences
Machine learning
Machine learning
Image processing
Hybrid concrete
Cement replacement materials
Silica fume
Fly ash
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title Nondestructive evaluation of hybrid concrete properties using image processing and machine learning
title_full Nondestructive evaluation of hybrid concrete properties using image processing and machine learning
title_fullStr Nondestructive evaluation of hybrid concrete properties using image processing and machine learning
title_full_unstemmed Nondestructive evaluation of hybrid concrete properties using image processing and machine learning
title_short Nondestructive evaluation of hybrid concrete properties using image processing and machine learning
title_sort Nondestructive evaluation of hybrid concrete properties using image processing and machine learning
topic Engineering
Civil engineering
Materials engineering
Information and computing sciences
Machine learning
Machine learning
Image processing
Hybrid concrete
Cement replacement materials
Silica fume
Fly ash