Includes bibliographical references (pages 312-333) and index.
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Planning and interpretation of in-situ testing -- Surface hardness methods -- Ultrasonic pulse velocity methods -- Partially destructive strength tests -- Cores -- Load testing and monitoring -- Durability tests -- Performance and integrity tests -- Chemical testing and allied techniques.
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SUMMARY OR ABSTRACT
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"Testing of Concrete in Structures provides a comprehensive overview of this important area, while at the same time giving sufficient detail about individual test methods to inform engineers of their advantages and limitations. Building on the success of the first three editions, the authors have carefully revised much of the material, and taken the opportunity to reflect trends in both procedures and equipment, including updating of many photographs and references. For example, there is new material reflecting the impact of digital technology on equipment and interpretation capabilities. Sections dealing with performance monitoring, reinforcement corrosion assessment, localised dynamic response and subsurface radar have been significantly expanded. Recent worldwide developments in guidance documentation including the introduction of new European Standards are also incorporated." "Primarily written for the non-specialist civil or structural engineer to enable them to plan and commission test programmes and to assess the results with confidence, the book will also be a valuable source of reference for concrete technologists, designers and advanced students."--Jacket.