Civil Engineering Applications of Ground Penetrating Radar

Civil Engineering Applications of Ground Penetrating Radar
Author: Andrea Benedetto
Publisher: Springer
Total Pages: 373
Release: 2015-04-07
Genre: Science
ISBN: 3319048139

This book, based on Transport and Urban Development COST Action TU1208, presents the most advanced applications of ground penetrating radar (GPR) in a civil engineering context, with documentation of instrumentation, methods and results. It explains clearly how GPR can be employed for the surveying of critical transport infrastructure, such as roads, pavements, bridges and tunnels and for the sensing and mapping of underground utilities and voids. Detailed attention is also devoted to use of GPR in the inspection of geological structures and of construction materials and structures, including reinforced concrete, steel reinforcing bars and pre/post-tensioned stressing ducts. Advanced methods for solution of electromagnetic scattering problems and new data processing techniques are also presented. Readers will come to appreciate that GPR is a safe, advanced, non destructive and noninvasive imaging technique that can be effectively used for the inspection of composite structures and the performance of diagnostics relevant to the entire life cycle of civil engineering works.

Nondestructive Testing to Identify Concrete Bridge Deck Deterioration

Nondestructive Testing to Identify Concrete Bridge Deck Deterioration
Author:
Publisher: Transportation Research Board
Total Pages: 96
Release: 2013
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0309129338

" TRB's second Strategic Highway Research Program (SHRP 2) Report S2-R06A-RR-1: Nondestructive Testing to Identify Concrete Bridge Deck Deterioration identifies nondestructive testing technologies for detecting and characterizing common forms of deterioration in concrete bridge decks.The report also documents the validation of promising technologies, and grades and ranks the technologies based on results of the validations.The main product of this project will be an electronic repository for practitioners, known as the NDToolbox, which will provide information regarding recommended technologies for the detection of a particular deterioration. " -- publisher's description.

Deep Learning Applications, Volume 2

Deep Learning Applications, Volume 2
Author: M. Arif Wani
Publisher: Springer
Total Pages: 300
Release: 2020-12-14
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9789811567582

This book presents selected papers from the 18th IEEE International Conference on Machine Learning and Applications (IEEE ICMLA 2019). It focuses on deep learning networks and their application in domains such as healthcare, security and threat detection, fault diagnosis and accident analysis, and robotic control in industrial environments, and highlights novel ways of using deep neural networks to solve real-world problems. Also offering insights into deep learning architectures and algorithms, it is an essential reference guide for academic researchers, professionals, software engineers in industry, and innovative product developers.

Nondestructive Testing of Materials and Structures

Nondestructive Testing of Materials and Structures
Author: Oral Büyüköztürk
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 1231
Release: 2012-09-14
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9400707231

Condition assessment and characterization of materials and structures by means of nondestructive testing (NDT) methods is a priority need around the world to meet the challenges associated with the durability, maintenance, rehabilitation, retrofitting, renewal and health monitoring of new and existing infrastructures including historic monuments. Numerous NDT methods that make use of certain components of the electromagnetic and acoustic spectrum are currently in use to this effect with various levels of success and there is an intensive worldwide research effort aimed at improving the existing methods and developing new ones. The knowledge and information compiled in this book captures the current state of the art in NDT methods and their application to civil and other engineering materials and structures. Critical reviews and advanced interdisciplinary discussions by world-renowned researchers point to the capabilities and limitations of the currently used NDT methods and shed light on current and future research directions to overcome the challenges in their development and practical use. In this respect, the contents of this book will equally benefit practicing engineers and researchers who take part in characterization, assessment and health monitoring of materials and structures.

Cadaver Dog Handbook

Cadaver Dog Handbook
Author: Andrew Rebmann
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 232
Release: 2000-08-29
Genre: Law
ISBN: 9781420039634

Intended for those who train and handle cadaver dogs, this book also encompasses information for those who work closely with them, such as police, death investigators, and anthropologists. Its interdisciplinary approach is useful to any member of a forensic team who regularly participates in or evaluates the results of the human remains search effort. Cadaver Dog Handbook sets out the principles and procedures for the training and handling of dogs for the location of human remains. It explains scent theory and its applications, introduces basic training and searching strategies/tactics, and covers the legal and taphonomic issues associated with dog searches. Intended for those who train and handle cadaver dogs, this book also encompasses information for those who work closely with them, such as police, death investigators, and anthropologists. Its interdisciplinary approach is useful to any member of a forensic team who regularly participates in or evaluates the results of the human remains search effort.

Concrete Bridge Engineering

Concrete Bridge Engineering
Author: R J Cope
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 360
Release: 1987-12-07
Genre: Architecture
ISBN: 0203497791

Nine chapters by a group of authors run from site investigation to assessment, repair, thermal response, structural types, and joints and substructures.

New Developments and Environmental Applications of Drones

New Developments and Environmental Applications of Drones
Author: Tarmo Lipping
Publisher: Springer Nature
Total Pages: 200
Release: 2021-10-29
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 3030778606

This volume presents the conference proceedings from FinDrones2020. The book highlights recent developments in drone technology by experts, academicians, and entrepreneurs for applications in agriculture, forestry, and other industries. Emphasis is placed on contextualizing the conference presentations and content to Finland and the unique challenges typical to this region. The work will be of interest to academicians and professionals involved in remote sensing applications of unmanned aerial vehicles, as well as enthusiasts of drone technological developments.

An Introduction to Applied and Environmental Geophysics

An Introduction to Applied and Environmental Geophysics
Author: John M. Reynolds
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 1249
Release: 2011-07-07
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1119957141

An Introduction to Applied and Environmental Geophysics, 2nd Edition, describes the rapidly developing field of near-surface geophysics. The book covers a range of applications including mineral, hydrocarbon and groundwater exploration, and emphasises the use of geophysics in civil engineering and in environmental investigations. Following on from the international popularity of the first edition, this new, revised, and much expanded edition contains additional case histories, and descriptions of geophysical techniques not previously included in such textbooks. The level of mathematics and physics is deliberately kept to a minimum but is described qualitatively within the text. Relevant mathematical expressions are separated into boxes to supplement the text. The book is profusely illustrated with many figures, photographs and line drawings, many never previously published. Key source literature is provided in an extensive reference section; a list of web addresses for key organisations is also given in an appendix as a valuable additional resource. Covers new techniques such as Magnetic Resonance Sounding, Controlled- Source EM, shear-wave seismic refraction, and airborne gravity and EM techniques Now includes radioactivity surveying and more discussions of down-hole geophysical methods; hydrographic and Sub-Bottom Profiling surveying; and UneXploded Ordnance detection Expanded to include more forensic, archaeological, glaciological, agricultural and bio-geophysical applications Includes more information on physio-chemical properties of geological, engineering and environmental materials Takes a fully global approach Companion website with additional resources available at www.wiley.com/go/reynolds/introduction2e Accessible core textbook for undergraduates as well as an ideal reference for industry professionals The second edition is ideal for students wanting a broad introduction to the subject and is also designed for practising civil and geotechnical engineers, geologists, archaeologists and environmental scientists who need an overview of modern geophysical methods relevant to their discipline. While the first edition was the first textbook to provide such a comprehensive coverage of environmental geophysics, the second edition is even more far ranging in terms of techniques, applications and case histories.

From Space to Place

From Space to Place
Author: Stefano Campana
Publisher: British Archaeological Reports Oxford Limited
Total Pages: 676
Release: 2006
Genre: History
ISBN:

This conference at Rome in December 2006, promoted the use of integrated methodologies in remote sensing archaeology so as to help in the creation of new and sustainable policies in the monitoring, interpretation, fruition and communication of the cultural heritage. Including 67 papers from 10 sessions.