There are various Non Destructive Testing Equipments for concrete strength evaluation are available these days. These NDT equipments are useful to determine quality of concrete construction.
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Rebound Hammer Test on Concrete – Principle, Procedure, Advantages & Disadvantages
What is Rebound Hammer Test? Rebound Hammer test is a Non-destructive testing method of concrete which provide a convenient and rapid indication of the compressive strength of the concrete. The rebound hammer is also called as Schmidt hammer that consist ...
Testing of Concrete Cores for Strength – Sampling and Procedure
The testing of concrete cores is carried out according to the ASTM Standard C 42. Core sampling and procedure for strength determination using concrete core is discussed.
Tests on Hardened Concrete in Structures
Various tests on Hardened Concrete is done to ensure the design strength of concrete and quality of concrete construction is achieved. Tests on Hardened Concrete The test conducted on hardened concrete can be classified into two main categories: Destructive Tests ...
Destructive and Non-Destructive Field Testing of Concrete
Field testing of concrete structures include non-destructive testing and destructive testing. These methods are used in completing the field condition survey.
Non-Destructive Tests on Concrete – Methods, Uses
Although there can be no direct measurement of the strength properties of structural concrete for the simple reason that strength determination involves destructive stresses, several non- destructive methods of assessment have been developed. These depend on the fact that certain ...
What are Different Chemical Tests on Concrete Structures?
Chemical analysis of concrete can provide extremely useful information regarding the causes of failure of concrete. The tests most frequently carried out chemical tests on concrete structures are: Depth of carbonation Chloride content Cement content Sulphate content Type of cement ...
Strength Evaluation of Concrete Structures with Physical Load Test
Physical load test is required to determine the serviceability of the structure. Load arrangements, load intensity, loading criteria, instrumentation are explained.