The SUBLIME consortium is proud to share that Ali Sabzi Khoshraftar, EngD researcher at the University of Twente’s Pervasive Systems Research Group, presented his latest research at the IEEE SmartNets 2025 conference. The conference took place from 22-24 July 2025 and hosted by Istinye University, Turkey, and brought together global experts in digital systems, monitoring technologies, and smart infrastructure. Ali’s paper, titled “Digital Twins for Bridge Assessment and Maintenance,” addresses a critical challenge faced by asset managers worldwide: how to efficiently and accurately monitor and maintain an aging stock of bridges in a safe, cost-effective, and environmentally conscious manner. Developed as part of Work Package 2 of the SUBLIME project, his work introduces a reference architecture for a predictive digital twin (DT) system tailored specifically for steel bridge maintenance. Read more on the M2i website
Bridges to a Circular Society
We are excited to announce the publication of Karel Van den Berghe on circular economy strategies for large steel structures, part of the SUBLIME project. It is now available on “De Lichtkogel.nl,” delve into sustainable practices for infrastructure, focusing on the lifecycle extension of steel bridges through innovative technologies and design. This publication marks a significant step towards integrating circularity into infrastructure planning.
In Memoriam: Professor Paul Havinga
We are deeply saddened to announce the unexpected passing of Prof. Dr. Ing. Paul Havinga on May 3, 2024. A distinguished figure in computer science, Professor Havinga was a cornerstone of the University of Twente’s Pervasive Systems group and a driving force within the SUBLIME project. His leadership in Work Package 2, focusing on the development of a data platform and digital twins for steel infrastructures, was instrumental in advancing the project’s objectives.
First Annual meeting and Lunching of SUBLIME video
At our Annual project meeting, hosted by ARUP on March 22, 2024, we launched a new phase for the SUBLIME project. This project is all about using smart technology and engineering to make big steel structures like bridges and buildings stronger and last longer. We’re focusing on beating two big problems: fatigue and corrosion, with something called Structural Health Monitoring.