GNSS Signal Extraction Using CEEMDAN–WPD for Deformation Monitoring of Ropeway Pillars

Abstract

Traditional surveying methods have various drawbacks in monitoring cable-stayed bridge deformations. Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) technology is increasingly recognized for its critical role in structural deformation monitoring, providing precise measurements for various structural applications. Accurate signal extraction is essential for reliable deformation monitoring, as it directly influences the quality of the detected structural changes. However, effective signal extraction from GNSS data remains a challenging task due to the presence of noise and complex signal components. This study integrates Complementary Ensemble Empirical Mode Decomposition with Adaptive Noise (CEEMDAN) and wavelet packet decomposition (WPD) to extract GNSS deformation monitoring signals for the ropeway pillar. The proposed approach effectively mitigates high-frequency noise interference and modal mixing in GNSS signals, thereby enhancing the accuracy and reliability of deformation measurements. Simulation experiments and real-world scenario applications with operational field data processing demonstrate the effectiveness of the proposed method. This research contributes to advancing GNSS-based deformation monitoring techniques, offering a robust solution for detecting and analyzing subtle structural changes in various engineering contexts.

Keywords

• GNSS signal
• ropeway pillar
• deformation monitoring
• signal extraction
• CEEMDAN
• wavelet packet decomposition