Machine Learning: Definition of Elements and Concepts Dedicated to Bridges

A Bridge Data Dictionary contains an exhaustive list of terms used in the field of bridges. These terms are classified in systems in order to avoid any lacks, to identify all the expected object attributes, and to allow machines to understand the associated concepts. The main objectives of a Bridge Data Dictionary are many: ensure the sustainability of information over time; facilitate information exchange between the actors of the same project; ensure interoperability between the software packages. Other objectives have been reached during the process: to test a working methodology to be applied by other infrastructure domains (Roads, Rails, Tunnels, etc.); to check the current functions and capabilities of a buildingSMART Data Dictionary platform; and to define a common term list, in order to facilitate standardization and IFC-Bridge classes' development.