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.

Acceptance Tests for Surface Characteristics of Steel Strands in Prestressed Concrete

Acceptance Tests for Surface Characteristics of Steel Strands in Prestressed Concrete
Author: A. E. N. Osborn
Publisher: Transportation Research Board
Total Pages: 141
Release: 2008
Genre: Prestressed concrete
ISBN: 0309117615

This report provides practical tests to identify and measure residues (e.g., rust, lubricants used in manufacturing processes, or corrosion inhibitors) on the surface of steel prestressing strands and to establish thresholds for residue types found to affect the strength of the strand's bond to concrete. Key products presented here are four test methods suitable for use in a quality assurance program for the manufacture of steel prestressing strand.

Fracture Mechanics Test Methods For Concrete

Fracture Mechanics Test Methods For Concrete
Author: Surendra Shah
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 304
Release: 1991-03-07
Genre: Architecture
ISBN: 9780412411007

Compares currently used methods in determining concrete toughness and presents recommended test procedures with theories and models for describing cracking and fracturing phenomena. Effects of loading rate, temperature and humidity are also examined. Well referenced and illustrated, this book is filled with practical technical information for materials and structural engineers.

Engineered Concrete

Engineered Concrete
Author: Irving Kett
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 242
Release: 2009-12-23
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1420091174

As every civil engineer knows, Portland Cement is the most versatile and important material of construction, and will probably remain so far into the future. Yet few books, if any, exist that offer an in-depth analysis of the mixing and testing methods of this vital hydraulic cement. This statement, written about the first edition of Engineere

Testing of Concrete in Structures

Testing of Concrete in Structures
Author: John H. Bungey
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 353
Release: 2006-09-27
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0203965140

Providing a comprehensive overview of the techniques involved in testing concrete in structures, Testing of Concrete in Structures discusses both established techniques and new methods, showing potential for future development, and documenting them with illustrative examples. Topics have been expanded where significant advances have taken place in the field, for example integrity assessment, sub-surface radar, corrosion assessment and localized dynamic response tests. This fourth edition also covers the new trends in equipment and procedures, such as the continuation of general moves to automate test methods and developments in digital technology and the growing importance of performance monitoring, and includes new and updated references to standards. The non-specialist civil engineer involved in assessment, repair or maintenance of concrete structures will find this a thorough update.

Concrete Bridges: Inspection, Repair, Strengthening, Testing and Load Capacity Evaluation

Concrete Bridges: Inspection, Repair, Strengthening, Testing and Load Capacity Evaluation
Author: V. K. Raina
Publisher: Tata McGraw-Hill Publishing Company
Total Pages: 572
Release: 1996
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN:

A guide to inspecting, maintaining, and rehabilitating various types of concrete and composite bridges. It also discusses emergency measures you can take to keep bridges operating safely until they can be rehabilitated. It provides civil and structural engineers with methods for conducting safety inspections, condition surveys, and more.