Practical Approach for Data-Efficient Metamodeling and Real-Time Modeling of Monopiles Using Physics-Informed Multifidelity Data Fusion
Publication: Journal of Geotechnical and Geoenvironmental Engineering
Volume 150, Issue 8
Abstract
This paper proposes a practical approach for data-efficient metamodeling and real-time modeling of laterally loaded monopiles using physics-informed multifidelity data fusion. The proposed approach fuses information from one-dimensional (1D) beam-column model analysis, three-dimensional (3D) finite element analysis, and field measurements (in order of increasing fidelity) for enhanced accuracy. It uses an interpretable scale factor–based data fusion architecture within a deep learning framework and incorporates physics-based constraints for robust predictions with limited data. The proposed approach is demonstrated for modeling monopile lateral load–displacement behavior using data from a real-world case study. Results show that the approach provides significantly more accurate predictions compared to a single-fidelity metamodel and a widely used multifidelity data fusion model. The model’s interpretability and data efficiency make it suitable for practical applications.
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Data Availability Statement
Some or all data, models, or code that support the findings of this study are available from the corresponding author upon reasonable request. The PIMFNN code is available open-source at https://github.com/autogeolab/PIMFNN/.
Acknowledgments
The second author is supported by the Royal Academy of Engineering under the Research Fellowships scheme.
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Volume 150 • Issue 8 • August 2024
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Received: Oct 18, 2023
Accepted: Mar 5, 2024
Published online: May 21, 2024
Published in print: Aug 1, 2024
Discussion open until: Oct 21, 2024
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- Continuum mechanics
- Design (by type)
- Dynamic loads
- Dynamics (solid mechanics)
- Engineering fundamentals
- Engineering mechanics
- Finite element method
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- Geotechnical engineering
- Lateral loads
- Load factors
- Methodology (by type)
- Model accuracy
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- Numerical methods
- Pile foundations
- Piles
- Solid mechanics
- Structural design
- Structural dynamics
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