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Title: Use of machine learning models to predict the water penetration depth in concrete
Authors: El-Mir, Abdulkader 
El-Zahab, Samer
Nasr, Dana 
Semaan, Nabil 
Assaad, Joseph 
El-Hassan, Hilal
Affiliations: Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering 
Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering 
Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering 
Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering 
Keywords: Compressive strength
Concrete
Durability
Machine learning
Water penetration
Issue Date: 2024-10-15
Publisher: Elsevier
Part of: Journal of Building Engineering
Volume: 95
Abstract: 
Machine learning (ML) is a robust tool within the artificial intelligence domain that offers unique solutions for predictive modeling. Prediction of water penetration depth (Wpen) is crucial for assessing the durability and service life of concrete while reducing reliance on complex and time-consuming laboratory tests. This study investigates the impact of concrete composition, age, and compressive strength on Wpen using a dataset of 311 concrete specimens. Multiple supervised ML models were employed in predicting Wpen, including linear regression (LR), Gaussian process regression (GPR), support vector machine (SVM), random forest (RF), regression tree (RT), and hybrid RF-SVM models. Results revealed that hybrid RF-SVM model and regression tree accurately predicted Wpen. The models’ performance improved by including concrete age and compressive strength. The models were validated using data from relevant literature. This research provides valuable insights into predicting water penetration depth in concrete, offers practical tools for assessing concrete durability, and offers a more sustainable approach than laboratory testing.
URI: https://scholarhub.balamand.edu.lb/handle/uob/7439
DOI: 10.1016/j.jobe.2024.110107
Ezproxy URL: Link to full text
Type: Journal Article
Appears in Collections:Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering

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