Mobile-Connected Apps for Fast, Accurate Crack Inspection
Empower field teams with smart, mobile-connected apps for structural crack detection, measurement, logging, and instant reporting.
Smart Mobile Solutions for Accurate Crack Detection and Analysis
Mobile-Connected Crack Inspection Apps are revolutionizing how infrastructure cracks are detected, measured, and reported in the field. By enabling seamless integration between mobile devices and structural health monitoring systems, these apps allow field inspectors and engineers to capture, log, and analyze crack data in real time. Features like in-app image capture, AI-driven crack width estimation, geotagging, and cloud synchronization eliminate the need for manual measurements or paper-based reports.
Damage Detection Tech delivers highly adaptable mobile solutions designed to serve B2B clients across North America. These apps are developed to support on-site inspections in construction, transportation, energy, and facility management sectors. As a company based in Toledo, OH, we bring decades of collective experience, advanced product engineering, and continuous innovation to the structural health technology space. Our mobile platforms are built to help organizations streamline inspection workflows, improve documentation accuracy, and enable real-time decision-making.
Extending Mobile Capability Through Strategic Partnerships
In addition to offering products and systems developed by our team and trusted partners for Mobile-Connected Crack Inspection Apps, we are proud to carry top-tier technologies from Global Advanced Operations Tek Inc. (GAO Tek Inc.) and Global Advanced Operations RFID Inc. (GAO RFID Inc.). These reliable, high-quality products and systems enhance our ability to deliver comprehensive technologies, integrations, and services you can trust. Where relevant, we have provided direct links to select products and systems from GAO Tek Inc. and GAO RFID Inc.
Field Hardware Components
GAO Tek Structural Sensors & Measurement Tools
- GAO Tek Ultrasonic Thickness Gauge
Used to detect internal and surface-level cracks and thinning in metals, concrete, and composite materials. - GAO Tek Vibration Sensor with RS485 Output
Installed on structures to monitor stress changes that indicate crack propagation or structural fatigue. - GAO Tek Digital Crack Width Measuring Microscope
Offers mobile-compatible USB output for image capture and digital crack width assessment.
GAO RFID Mobile Scanners & Readers
- GAO RFID Android Handheld Readers with Barcode/RFID Scanner
Field technicians can scan tagged infrastructure elements to pull up historical inspection data or log new entries. - GAO RFID Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) Readers
These lightweight, portable readers pair with smartphones or tablets to detect tagged assets, even in low-access environments.
Cloud & Central Data Systems
- GAO RFID Web-Based Monitoring Software
Inspection data from mobile apps is uploaded to a secure dashboard where project managers can view crack history, assign work orders, and download reports. - GAO RFID Reporting & Analytics System
Provides real-time dashboards, inspection status summaries, and generates reports in CSV, PDF, or Excel formats based on field entries. - Data Synchronization:
Seamless sync between GAO RFID handheld apps and web platforms ensures uninterrupted inspection cycles even in low-connectivity areas.
Mobile Connectivity & Integration
- Bluetooth Integration:
GAO Tek devices such as crack width sensors and ultrasonic testers connect to mobile phones/tablets using Bluetooth or USB-OTG, enabling real-time data capture. - GAO RFID Android-Based Mobile Reader Software:
Allows on-site data entry, crack measurements, GPS tagging, and camera-based imaging—all linked to the infrastructure asset via RFID. - GAO RFID Mobile App Suite (Customizable):
Features include:
- Visual crack documentation with photo attachments
- RFID/QR code scanning for asset identification
- GPS tagging for location-based inspection logging
- On-device measurements from connected GAO Tek sensors
- Auto-sync with cloud platforms upon network reconnection
Key Features and Functionalities
- AI-Powered Crack Analysis : In-app algorithms detect and measure crack width, depth, and propagation in real time
- Image Annotation and Capture : Take high-resolution photos of crack sites with visual markup tools
- Barcode/RFID Tag Scanning : Scan GAO RFID asset tags to instantly retrieve structure history or inspection records
- GPS-Based Geotagging : Automatically tag crack data to precise geographic coordinates
- Offline Functionality : Collect data even in remote environments with later auto-sync to the cloud
- Automated Report Generation : Export customizable PDF or CSV reports for compliance and documentation
Compatibility
- Seamlessly integrates with GAO RFID handheld Android scanners and mobile readers
- Supports Bluetooth connection with GAO Tek ultrasonic, vibration, and crack width sensors
- Syncs with GAO RFID cloud dashboard for centralized monitoring
- Available on iOS and Android, with browser-based admin access for supervisors
Applications
- Bridge expansion joint and deck monitoring
- Dam crack movement tracking
- Underground tunnel deformation detection
- Retaining wall and embankment integrity checks
- Post-seismic activity structural assessments
- Long-span roof deflection monitoring
Industries Served
- Civil and Structural Engineering
- Transportation Infrastructure
- Oil & Gas and Utilities
- Facilities and Asset Management
- Smart Cities and Urban Development
- Energy and Renewables
- Aerospace and Defense
- Construction and Contracting
Relevant U.S. & Canadian Industry Standards
- ASTM C823 (Surface Crack Evaluation for Concrete)
- CSA A23.1 (Concrete Materials and Methods)
- AASHTO Manual for Bridge Evaluation
- ISO 16311-1 (Guidelines for Structural Inspection)
- OSHA Construction Safety Standards
Case Study
Roadway Crack Logging in Arizona
Damage Detection Tech deployed its mobile crack inspection app for a DOT project focused on desert roadways. Inspectors used mobile devices with GAO RFID integration to scan asset tags and capture real-time crack photos. Reports were automatically generated and submitted from the field, reducing reporting time by over 65%.
Case Study
High-Rise Foundation Monitoring in Chicago
During a downtown construction project, engineers used our app paired with GAO Tek Bluetooth-enabled laser displacement sensors to monitor foundation settling and surface cracks. The system’s auto-alerting function allowed supervisors to address emerging risks before they escalated.
Case Study
Wind Turbine Base Inspections in Alberta
A renewable energy firm equipped technicians with mobile-connected apps to document and analyze cracks around turbine bases. Data was synced daily with GAO RFID’s cloud system, allowing head office engineers to track progression across 30+ assets—cutting inspection review times in half.
Interested in digitizing your inspection process with mobile-connected crack analysis?
Contact Damage Detection Tech to explore our field-tested solutions, mobile integrations, and expert implementation support.