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Author
Clifton, J. R.
Title
Nondestructive Evaluation in Rehabilitation and Preservation of Concrete and Masonry Materials.
Coporate
National Bureau of Standards, Gaithersburg, MD Construction Engineering Research Lab. (Army), Champaign, IL
Distribution
AVAILABLE FROM National Technical Information Service (NTIS), Technology Administration, U.S. Department of Commerce, Springfield, VA 22161. Telephone: 1-800-553-6847 or 703-605-6000; Fax: 703-605-6900. Website: http://www.ntis.gov
Book or Conf
Rehabilitation, Renovation and Preservation of Concrete and Masonry Structures. Proceedings. American Concrete Institute Special Publication 85-2. 1985, Sabnis, G., Editors, 1985
Keywords
concretes; masonry; building construction; evaluation
Identifiers
preservation
Abstract
The paper describes nondestructive evaluation (NDE) methods that can be used in assessing the condition of concrete and masonry materials and components in structures being rehabilitated or preserved. Metal reinforcement is also included. The appropriate use of NDE methods is discussed and a recommended approach to selecting NDE methods for specific sitquations is given.