Journal Published Online: 01 December 1994
Volume 16, Issue 2

Strength Evaluation of Concrete by Rebound Hammer and Core Testing

CODEN: CCAGDP

Abstract

This paper describes the results of an extensive field investigation where the quality of in-place concrete flatwork was evaluated. Nondestructive testing (NDT) was carried out using ultrasonic pulse velocity and rebound hammer techniques to establish a correlation with compressive strengths of core tests. The rebound hammer/core correlation formed the basis of a recommendation on the acceptance or rejection of the in-situ concrete. The ultrasonic pulse velocity UPV testing was primarily used to establish concrete uniformity. Limited freeze-thaw testing was carried out to determine the potential long-term durability performance. In order to minimize the effects of surface preparation on the test results, considerable time was spent to determine the optimum grinding procedure.

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Ward, MA
University of Calgary, Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Langan, BW
University of Calgary, Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Pages: 5
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Stock #: CCA10297J
ISSN: 0149-6123
DOI: 10.1520/CCA10297J