TESTING OF CONCRETE IN STRUCTURES. 2ND EDITION

The second edition of the book, which is intended to provide a comprehensive overview of concrete testing, reflects the significant changes made since the first edition in techniques, equipment and methods of application, due to the number of concrete structures showing signs of deterioration. Additional information is included on durability assessment, performance and integrity. The opportunity has also been taken to update information on test methods and references. Chapters are presented on: planning and interpretation of in-situ testing; surface hardness methods; ultrasonic methods; partially destructive strength tests; cores; load testing; durability tests; performance and integrity tests; and, chemical testing and allied techniques. Appendices contain information on - typical cases of test planning and interpretation of results; examples of pulse velocity corrections for reinforcement; and, example of evaluation of core results. For details of the first edition of the book see IRRD 263271. (TRRL)