Structural Health Assessment of a Reinforced Concrete Building in Valparaiso Under Seismic and Environmental Shaking: A Foundation for IoT-Driven Digital Twin Systems

Structural health monitoring is vital for the safety and longevity of infrastructure, particularly in seismic zones. This study focuses on identifying the dynamic properties of a reinforced concrete building in Chile's Valpara & iacute;so region. Using an experimental approach, the study compares ambient vibration records, seismic events (moment magnitude > 4), and data collected during adjacent construction activities. Force-balanced accelerometers were used for vibration measurements. The analysis employs the Stochastic Subspace Identification with Covariances (SSI-COV) method within an operational modal analysis framework to extract the building's modal parameters without requiring artificial excitations. This technique effectively identifies modal characteristics under different vibration sources, making it suitable for evaluating the structural condition under diverse loading conditions. The findings reveal the building's modes and frequencies, offering critical insights for maintenance and management of infrastructure. Little to no variations were observed in the identified frequencies of the building when working with different types of input data. These data support the integration of real-time IoT systems for continuous monitoring, providing a foundation for future digital twin applications. These advancements facilitate early deterioration detection, enhancing resilience in seismic environments.