Research program outcomes
Topic B: Building an Advanced Infrastructure Maintenance Cycle
Journal paper (Reviewed)
- R. M. Raja, T. Yamaguchi, and T. Mizutani:Finite-Difference Time-Domain Method of Ground Penetrating
Radar Images for Accurate Estimation of Subsurface Pipe Properties, NDT and E International, Vol. 148,
2024. English. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ndteint.2024.103235
- T. Mizutani, and S. Iwai:Improving Construction Site Efficiency through Automated Progress Monitoring of
Underground Pipe Installation Sites Using Image Color Analysis of iPhone LiDAR Camera Data, Developments
in the Built Environment, Vol. 20, 2024. English. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.dibe.2024.100557
- T. Yamaguchi, and T. Mizutani:Predicting the Maximum Displacements of Structures during an Earthquake
based on Chaos Theory, Engineering Structures, Vol. 318, 2024. English.
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.engstruct.2024.118794
- S. Iwai, and T, Mizutani:Millimeter Accuracy Depth Estimation in Concrete Using Smartphone-Equipped
Handheld GPR and Hyperbolic Curve Fitting with Antenna Distance Consideration, Heliyon, Vol. 10, No. 19,
2024. English. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.heliyon.2024.e38154
- Praphaphankul Nitipong, Akutsu Ayako, Eiichi Sasaki:Numerical study of phase space analysis for the
development of subsurface crack detection method using pulsed eddy current, Structure and Infrastructure
Engineering, 2024. English. https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/15732479.2024.2413637?af=R
- Pang-jo Chun, Honghu Chu, Kota Shitara, Tatsuro Yamane, Yu Maemura:Implementation of explanatory texts
output for bridge damage in a bridge inspection web system, Advances in Engineering Software, Vol. 195,
pp. 103706, 2024. English. https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0965997824001133
- Pang-jo Chun:AI-Driven 3D Digital Twins for Smart Cities, Concrete Journal, Vol. 62, No. 9, pp. 732-737,
2024. (in Japanese). https://www.jci-net.or.jp/j/publish/bulletin/202409/index.html
- T. Mizutani, J. Chen, and S. Yotsumoto:The 3D Localization of Subsurface Pipes from Ground Penetrating
Radar Images Using Edge Detection and Point Cloud Segmentation, Measurement, Vol. 236, pp. 1-10, 2024.
English. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.measurement.2024.115102
- T. Mizutani, and S. Iwai:Accurate and Fast Damage Thickness Estimation in Concrete Using Handheld GPR
and Spectral Pattern Matching, Advanced in Structural Engineering, Vol. 0, pp. 1-15, 2024. English.
https://journals.sagepub.com/eprint/TTT7QYTHJBAZYMAGHBA2/full
- Kosuke Kinoshita, Yukihiro Yano, Takahiro Kumura, Takashi Miyamoto, Pang-jo Chun:Comparative analysis of
time-series InSAR bridge deformation analysis and structural simulation for a hinged PC bridge, Artificial
Intelligence and Data Science, Vol. 5, No. 3, pp. 掲載決定, 2024. (in Japanese).
https://www.jstage.jst.go.jp/article/jsceiii/5/3/5_730/_article/-char/ja/
- Naomichi Katayama, Pang-jo Chun:Potential of digital twin in seismic emergency inspection of road
bridges, Artificial Intelligence and Data Science, Vol. 5, No. 3, pp. 掲載決定, 2024. (in Japanese).
https://www.jstage.jst.go.jp/article/jsceiii/5/3/5_155/_article/-char/ja/
- "Pang‐jo Chun, Toshiya Kikuta:Self-training with Bayesian neural networks and spatial priors for
unsupervised domain adaptation in crack segmentation, Computer‐Aided Civil and Infrastructure Engineering,
Vol. 39, No. 17, pp. 2642-2661, 2024. English.
https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1111/mice.13315"
- "Kento SAITO, Naoki YAMAMOTO, Koichi YAMANAKA, Futoshi KAWANA and Yasushi TAKEUCHI:FORWARD ANALYSIS
USING MULTI-LAYERED ELASTIC THEORY OF PORTABLE FWD TEST OF ASPHALT PAVEMENT SUBGRADE, Journal of the Japan
Society of Civil Engineers E1 Pavement Engineering, Tokyo, Vol. 79, No. 21, pp. 1-10, 2024. (in Japanese).
https://doi.org/10.2208/jscejj.23-21012"
- "Satoshi Tomoto, Hikaru Matsunaga, Hikaru Nakamura, Noboru Hasegawa, Yuki Yamada, Tateyuki Yamane, Kento
Tsuji, Taito Miura:Study on evaluation index of damage level of concrete delamination or internal defects
using wave energy of impact elastic waves, Journal of structural engineering. A., pp. 728-744, 2024. (in
Japanese). "
- Wakana Asano:CONSTRUCTION OF A SIMPLE BRIDGE INSPECTION APPLICATION FOR CITIZENS FOR EFFICIENT USE OF
INSPECTION DATA, Maintenance Practice, Japan Society of Civil Engineering, Tokyo, Vol. 3, No. 1, pp.
273-281, 2024. (in Japanese). https://doi.org/10.11532/jsceim.3.1_273
- T. Yamaguchi, T. Mizutani:A Physics-informed Neural Network for the Nonlinear Damage Identification in a
Reinforced Concrete Bridge Pier using Seismic Responses, Structural Control and Health Monitoring, Vol.
Vol. 2024, Article ID 5532909, pp. 1-22, 2024. English. 10.1155/2024/5532909
- Yasushi TAKEUCHI, Naoki YAMAMOTO, Futoshi KAWANA, Masayuki YABU and Kazuhiro WATANABE:COMPRESSIVE STRAIN
ESTIMATION METHOD OF GRANULAR BASE OF ASPHALT PAVEMENT USING FWD DEFLECTION CURVETURE, Journal of
Infrastructure Maintenance Practice, Tokyo, No. 3, pp. 40-47, 2024. (in Japanese).
- Dheeraj Joshi, Wataru Takeuchi, Nirmal Kumar, Ram Avtar:Multi-hazard risk assessment of rail
infrastructure in India under local vulnerabilities towards adaptive pathways for disaster resilient
infrastructure planning, Progress in Disaster Science, 2024. English.
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.pdisas.2023.100308
- Hiroki Ishibashi, Tsuyoshi Iidoi, Haruhisa Ishigami, Hiroki Morita, Ichiro Iwaki:Prediction of bridge
deterioration trend based on machine learning considering climate change, Japan Society of Civil
Engineers, Ser. F4, Construction and Management, Vol. 79, No. 23, pp. 23-23172, 2023. (in Japanese).
https://doi.org/10.2208/jscejj.23-23172
- Hiroki Ishibashi, Nobuhiro Jinnai, Haruhisa Ishigami, Hiroki Morita, Ichiro Iwaki:Methodology for
evaluating importance of bridges based on detour simulations with virtual person trip data, Intelligence,
Informatics and Infrastructure, Vol. 4, No. 3, pp. 1-9, 2023. (in Japanese).
https://doi.org/10.11532/jsceiii.4.3_1
- T. Yamaguchi, T. Mizutani: Road crack detection interpreting background images by convolutional neural
networks and a self-organizing map, Computer-Aided Civil and Infrastructure Engineering , Vol. Early View
Status as of May 2024, pp. 1-25, 2023. English. https://doi.org/10.1111/mice.13132
- Dongfeng He:Surface Corrosion Evaluation of Steel Cable for Suspension Bridge Using Electromagnetic
Method, Surface Science and Technology, Surface Science and Technology, Vol. 1, No. 16, pp. 1-11, 2023.
English. https://doi.org/10.1007/s44251-023-00018-1
- Praphaphankul Nitipong, Akutsu Ayako, Eiichi Sasaki: Numerical study of phase space analysis for the
development of subsurface crack detection method using pulsed eddy current, Structure and Infrastructure
Engineering, 2024.
https://doi.org/10.1080/15732479.2024.2413637
- Koravith Tiprak,Kouichi Takeya, Eiichi Sasaki: Integrated neural networks – Particle Swarm Optimization
for probabilistic finite element model updating: application to a prestressed concrete girder bridge,
2025.
https://doi.org/10.1080/15732479.2024.2445839
- Jie Fang, Taiju Yoneda, Yuya Takahashi and Tetsuya Ishida: Analytical Study on Stress Behavior and
Fatigue Durability of RC Deck Slabs with Skewed Angles in Bridges, Proceedings of JCI,
Vol.47 (In Japanese)
- Tomoki Takizawa, Ryota Kurihara, Yuya Takahashi, Tetsuya Ishida: Damage Progression Evaluation of RC
Slabs by Finite Element Analysis Focusing on Multi-Directional Cracking and Free Lime,
Concrete Structure Scenarios、JSMS, Vol.25, (In Japanese)
International conference (Reviewed)
- Pang-jo Chun, Tatsuro Yamane, Shreejan Maharjan, Shogo Inadomi, Chao Lin, Shitao Zheng and Xianfeng
Li:Integrating AI and 3D Data Platform for Advancing Infrastructure Inspection including Enhanced Damage
Assessment and Modeling, The 18th East Asia-Pacific Conference on Structural Engineering &
Construction (EASEC-18), Chiang Mai, 2024. English. https://easec18.org/
- Praphaphankul Nitipong, Akutsu Ayako, Eiichi Sasaki:Enhancing subsurface crack detection in orthotropic
steel decks: A numarical study of optimized eddy current techniques and probe configurations, the 18th
East Asia-Pacific Conference on Structural Engineering and Construction (EASEC-18), Chiang Mai, 2024.
English. https://easec18.org/
- Koravith Tiprak,Kouichi Takeya, Eiichi Sasaki:Finite Element Model Updating of a Prestressed Concrete
Girder Bridge Using Collaboration of Multi-Restart Evolutionary Strategy, Sequential Niche Technique, and
Machine Learning, the 18th East Asia-Pacific Conference on Structural Engineering and Construction
(EASEC-18), Chiang Mai, 2024. English. https://easec18.org/
- Tsukasa Mizutani:Challenge for Developing “Four-Dimensional Transparentization” Technology of Road
Infrastructures Using Ground Penetrating Radar, The 2nd International Symposium on One Health, One World,
Dhaka,Bangladesh, 2023. English.
- Manazir HUSSAIN, Tsukasa MIZUTANI:Improving the Efficiency of Construction Accuracy Management of
Utility Duct Using iPhone LiDAR Point Cloud Analysis, The 2nd International Symposium on One Health, One
World, Dhaka,Bangladesh, 2023. English.
- Praphaphankul Nitipong, Akutsu Ayako, Eiichi Sasaki: Enhancing root-deck crack detection in orthotropic
steel decks through numarical investigation of eddy current techniques, IABSE Symposium Manchester 2024
- Satoshi Tomoto, Hikaru Matsunaga, Hikaru Nakamura, Noboru Hasegawa, Yuki Yamada, Tateyuki Yamane,
Kento Tsuji, Taito Miura: Study on evaluation index of damage level of concrete delamination or
internal defects using wave energy of impact elastic waves, Journal of structural engineering. A, Vol.
70A, pp. 728-744, 2024.
- Yusei Yoshikawa, Yuya Takahashi, Jie Fang, Taiju Yoneda and Tetsuya Ishida, A study on Utilizing
Full-Scale FEM Fatigue Simulations for Rapid Performance Evaluations of Road Bridges, The 18th East
Asia-Pacific Conference on Structural Engineering & Construction (EASEC-18) “Construction Engineering
for a Responsible Growth and Sustainable Future” November 13–15, 2024, Chiang Mai, Thailand
- Tarek Sabra, Motohiro Ohno, Ryota Kurihara, Koji Kinomura, Yujin Yamamoto, and Tetsuya Ishida:
Analytical investigation on the structural performance of RC column with 3D-printed concrete permanent
formwork, Proceedings of the fib Symposium 2024, Christchurch (NZ), pp. 769-778, 2024.
- Praphaphankul Nitipong, Akutsu Ayako, Eiichi Sasaki: Enhancing subsurface crack detection in orthotropic
steel decks: A numarical study of optimized eddy current techniques and probe configurations, the 18th
East Asia-Pacific Conference on Structural Engineering and Construction (EASEC-18), 2024
- Koravith Tiprak,Kouichi Takeya, Eiichi Sasaki: Finite Element Model Updating of a Prestressed Concrete
Girder Bridge Using Collaboration of Multi-Restart Evolutionary Strategy, Sequential Niche Technique, and
Machine Learning, the 18th East Asia-Pacific Conference on Structural Engineering and Construction
(EASEC-18), 2024
- Hyo Eun Joo, Yuya Takahashi, Taiju Yoneda: Numerical investigations on fatigue life of aging bridges
according to maintenance scenarios against disintegration progress, IABSE Symposium 2025 Environmentally
Friendly Technologies and Structures - Focusing on Sustainable Approache, 19-21 May 2025, Tokyo, Japan
- Yuya Takahashi, Masahiro Futami, Masato, Nakamura, Jie fang, Taiju Yoneda: Development of High-Speed
Cycle Simulation Scheme for Fatigue Life Prediction and Maintenance for a Group of Reinforced and
Prestressed Concrete Bridges, IABSE Symposium 2025 Environmentally Friendly Technologies and Structures -
Focusing on Sustainable Approache, 19-21 May 2025, Tokyo, Japan
Domestic conference (Reviewed)
- Hiroki Ogura, Koichiro Hara, Shinya Yamamoto and Hiroyuki Abe:Flexural Performance of Fiber-Reinforced
3D Printed Concrete Beams with Axial Rebar,XI RILEM-fib International Symposium on Fiber Reinforced
Concrete (BEFIB 2024),pp. 475-483,2024.https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-70145-0_58
International conference (non-Reviewed)
- "Yoshie Otake:RIKEN Accelerator-driven compact neutron systems, RANS, and their applications, 4th
Asea-Oceania Conference on Neutron Scattering (AOCNS2023), Dongguan China, 2023. English). "
- "Tomohiro Kobayashi:Current status of RIKEN Accerelator-driven Compact Neutron Systems (RANS) and other
Japanese neutron sources, Consultancy Meeting on a Development of a New Initiative on Using Neutrons for
Nuclear Sciences and Applications (Neutrons4NA), IAEA, Vienna Austlia, 2023. English. "
- Khin Myat Kyaw, Wataru Takeuchi:Instability Mapping of Dhaka-Kasiani-Gopalganj Railway Line in
Bangladesh with InSAR Time-series Analysis, The 2nd International Symposium on One Health, One World,
MDPI, Dhaka, 2023. English.
- Tomonori Fukuchi:Bridge cable imaging using scattering neutron, 7th RAP-JCNS Workshop, Saitama, 2023.
English.
- Yoshie Otake:RIKEN accelerator-driven compact neutron sources, RANS and their applications, 7th RAP-JCNS
Workshop, Saitama, 2023. English.
- Tomohiro Kobayashi:Current status of RANS-II and usage as a hydrogen ion implanter, 7th RAP-JCNS
Workshop, Saitama, 2023. English.
- Shota Ikeda:First beam acceleration test of 500 MHz RFQ linac for RANS-III, 7th RAP-JCNS Workshop,
Saitama, 2023. English.
- Yuya Takahashi, Data-Driven Preventive Maintenance Framework for Reinforced Concrete Bridge Slabs using
Public Database Integration and Full-scale Simulation, Proceedings of the 1st International Conference on
Recent Innovation of Civil Engineering & Architecture for Sustainable Development (IRCASD-2024), 7~9
November 2024, DUET, Gazipur, Bangladesh
Domestic conference (Non Reviewed)
- Renshiro USHIGOME, Tomu TOYOKAWA, Takuya MAESHIMA, Ichiro IWAKI,Kento SAITO, Haruka KOMEDA:The impact of
reduced support strength of the base couse on the fatigue resistance of asphalt pavement., Technical
Research Presentation Conference of the Tohoku Branch of JSCE, JSCE, Iwate, pp. V-19, 2024. (in Japanese).
- Satoshi Tomoto, Hikaru Matsunaga, Hikaru Nakamura, Noboru Hasegawa, Yuki Yamada, Tateyuki Yamane,
Kento Tsuji, Taito Miura: Study on evaluation index of damage level of concrete delamination or
internal defects using wave energy of impact elastic waves, Journal of structural engineering. A, Vol.
70A, pp. 728-744, 2024.
- Satoshi Tomoto, Hikaru Matsunaga, Hikaru Nakamura, Noboru Hasegawa, Yuki Yamada, Tateyuki Yamane,
Kento Tsuji, Taito Miura: Study on evaluation index of damage level of concrete delamination or
internal defects using wave energy of impact elastic waves, Journal of structural engineering. A, Vol.
70A, pp. 728-744, 2024.
- Jie Fang, Taiju Yoneda, Tetsuya Mishima and Yuya Takahashi: Automation and efficiency improvement of
bridge FEM analysis by constructing parametric models, Japan Society of Civil Engineers 2025 Annual
Meeting, (In Japanese)
- Wooyon Kim, Hyo Eun Joo, Yuya Takahashi, Takuya Maeshima: Implementation of a mechanical model
considering the viscoelastic behavior of asphalt pavement in FEM for structural analysis of construction
materials, Japan Society of Civil Engineers 2025 Annual Meeting, (In Japanese)
Others