THE USE OF BIM METHODOLOGY IN THE MANAGEMENT OF THE OAES LIFE CYCLE THROUGH DIGITAL TWINS
Keywords:
Building Information Modeling (BIM), Bridges, Digital Twins (DT)Abstract
The growing adoption of Building Information Modeling (BIM) in Brazil, driven by Decree No. 11,888 of January 22, 2024, has reached various sectors of the construction industry, such as bridges and viaducts. While the design and structural analysis phases of bridges and viaducts are widely discussed in technical and academic forums, their operation and maintenance stages remain largely underexplored, primarily due to the slow pace of technological advancement in the sector. This gap has led to serious consequences, such as structural failures and service disruptions. This study aims to investigate how Digital Twins (DT), derived from BIM-based models, can serve as strategic tools for the operation and maintenance of bridges and viaducts. Based on Brazilian standards, such as ABNT NBR 9452:2023, and the information management principles defined in ABNT NBR ISO 19650, a methodological Tablework is proposed to integrate sensor data into digital environments, enabling real-time asset monitoring. The research is supported by a statistical survey on the inoperability of bridges and viaducts in Brazil, as well as an analysis of inefficiencies in current management models and the use of enabling technologies, such as Autodesk Tandem. The results highlight the urgent need for digitalization in infrastructure asset management and propose Digital Twins as a viable solution to enhance the performance, safety, and longevity of these structures.
