Error metrics and performance fitness indicators for artificial intelligence and machine learning in engineering and sciences

MZ Naser, AH Alavi - Architecture, Structures and Construction, 2023 - Springer
Artificial intelligence (AI) and Machine learning (ML) train machines to achieve a high level
of cognition and perform human-like analysis. Both AI and ML seemingly fit into our daily …

[HTML][HTML] Close-range sensing and data fusion for built heritage inspection and monitoring—a review

E Adamopoulos, F Rinaudo - Remote Sensing, 2021 - mdpi.com
Built cultural heritage is under constant threat due to environmental pressures,
anthropogenic damages, and interventions. Understanding the preservation state of …

Hybrid pixel-level concrete crack segmentation and quantification across complex backgrounds using deep learning

D Kang, SS Benipal, DL Gopal, YJ Cha - Automation in Construction, 2020 - Elsevier
This paper proposes an automatic crack detection, localization, and quantification method
using the integration of a faster region proposal convolutional neural network (Faster R …

Mechanistically informed machine learning and artificial intelligence in fire engineering and sciences

MZ Naser - Fire Technology, 2021 - Springer
Fire is a chaotic and extreme phenomenon. While the past few years have witnessed the
success of integrating machine intelligence (MI) to tackle equally complex problems in …

Assessment of cracks on concrete bridges using image processing supported by laser scanning survey

J Valença, I Puente, E Júlio, H González-Jorge… - … and Building Materials, 2017 - Elsevier
The accurate assessment of the state of conservation of concrete bridges is extremely
important to define maintenance strategies and to optimize interventions. In this regard …

Machine vision-based model for spalling detection and quantification in subway networks

T Dawood, Z Zhu, T Zayed - Automation in Construction, 2017 - Elsevier
Spalling is a significant surface defect that can compromise the integrity and durability of
concrete structures. The detection and evaluation of spalling are predominantly conducted …

Insights into performance fitness and error metrics for machine learning

MZ Naser, A Alavi - arXiv preprint arXiv:2006.00887, 2020 - arxiv.org
Machine learning (ML) is the field of training machines to achieve high level of cognition and
perform human-like analysis. Since ML is a data-driven approach, it seemingly fits into our …

[HTML][HTML] A review of emerging technologies for an assessment of safety and seismic vulnerability and damage detection of existing masonry structures

M Stepinac, M Gašparović - Applied Sciences, 2020 - mdpi.com
The construction sector has proven to be one of the slowest sectors to embrace technology—
a problem that must be addressed. This problem can be quickly and efficiently addressed in …

Automatic detection of concrete spalling using piecewise linear stochastic gradient descent logistic regression and image texture analysis

ND Hoang, QL Nguyen, XL Tran - Complexity, 2019 - Wiley Online Library
Recognition of spalling on surface of concrete wall is crucial in building condition survey.
Early detection of this form of defect can help to develop cost‐effective rehabilitation …

Automatic recognition of concrete spall using image processing and metaheuristic optimized LogitBoost classification tree

MT Cao, NM Nguyen, KT Chang, XL Tran… - Advances in Engineering …, 2021 - Elsevier
This paper presents a novel artificial intelligence model to automatically recognize concrete
spall appearing on building components. The model is constructed by integrating a …