Cecilia Surace

Papers

Total Citations

165

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About

Cecilia Surace is a leading figure in structural health monitoring (SHM) and non-destructive evaluation (NDE), with a particular focus on the integrity of critical civil and mechanical infrastructure. Her research bridges the gap between traditional civil engineering and advanced mechanical diagnostics, most notably demonstrated in her highly cited 2022 review on wind turbine monitoring, which has garnered over 165 citations. This work provides a comprehensive surveillance strategy that integrates condition monitoring of mechanical components with SHM of load-bearing elements like foundations, towers, and blades. Surace’s major contributions lie in developing robust, data-driven methods for damage detection and localization, often employing vibration-based techniques and signal processing to assess structural integrity over time. Her impact is evident not only in citation counts but also in her role in shaping practical, field-deployable monitoring solutions for renewable energy infrastructure. Through her research, Surace has advanced the reliability and safety of wind turbines, making her work essential reading for engineers and researchers working at the intersection of civil and mechanical engineering.