Nondestructive Evaluation of Concrete Silo

Nondestructive Evaluation of Concrete Silo

Tower silos are widely used for the storage of grains in agricultural projects, storage of cement and slag in ready-mix concrete plants, and for bulk material storage in mines and ports. Tower silos can be made of Aluminum, Steel, Concrete and Reinforced Concrete. In this article, we

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Common Defects in Bridge Structures

The collapse of Ponte Morandi in Genoa, Italy (read more) and Florida International University pedestrian bridge (read more) have raised concerns about the safety and reliability of existing and new bridge structures. common Defects in bridge structures can affect the overall safety of the bridge structures. Different deterioration mechanisms

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Structural Effects of Corrosion

Structural Effects of Corrosion

Corrosion of steel reinforcement is often investigated in the context of the durability performance of the structure; however, corrosion can equally impact the structural performance. Steel corrosion may result in reduced flexural capacity (loss of rebar cross section), reduced bond, and limited ductility. In this article, we

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Maturity Method for In-Place Strength Measurement

In this article, we will investigate the use of maturity method for in-place strength measurement. We will review the concept behind the maturity technique, and the most common practices. Later, we will describe the benefits and limitations of this method for in-place strength prediction. In the last part

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Protecting Concrete in Cold Weather

Protecting concrete in cold weather is a continuous challenge for concrete contractors and site supervisors. Placing concrete in the cold weather condition requires special preparation and protection. All necessary precautions should be taken in order to to alleviate the negative impacts of cold weather. Special curing and

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Ontario Structure Inspection Manual

Ontario Structure Inspection Manual The Ontario Structure Inspection Manual has been used for bridge inspections in Ontario since 1985. The manual underwent significant modifications in the year 2000 (OSIM, 2008). This FAQ provides general definitions and terminology used in the OSIM 2008.  

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How to Evaluate Compressive Strength of Concrete

What is the best method for the measurement of compressive strength of concrete? Testing cylinders and cubes in compression is the most convenient and well-known method for measuring the strength. The main question is if one can design and develop a method that can measure the strength

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