Monitoring evolution of compressive damage in concrete with linear and nonlinear ultrasonic methods

An experimental study was conducted on different concrete cylinders damaged in compression. The evolution of damage was followed by means of linear and nonlinear ultrasonic methods, with the purpose to provide a better understanding of mechanical degradation processes in concrete and highlight the potentialities and limitations of the Non-Destructive Techniques used.

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