Recipes for Concrete Reference Specimens
Project Information
Project ID:
FHWA-PROJ-14-0147
Project Abstract:
A study was completed to develop recipes for concrete reference specimens representing at least four common problems in concrete structures, and to develop a framework for a quantitative performance comparison of non-destructive evaluation methods for concrete bridges. These four testing problems include corrosion (or section loss) of reinforcement or prestressed tendons embedded in concrete, vertical cracks, delamination, and honeycombs. The recipe procedures are being defined and established in a way that the reference specimen is easily reproducible in any laboratory. These specimens can be utilized for comparing service providers, comparing methods, validation, benchmarking research and development, definition of test task, specification of work, training, and certification.
Project Status:
Completed
Project Funding Amount (Contract Award Amount):
$300,000.00
Start Date:
End Date:
Public Access Plan:
Yes
Laboratory:
FHWA Program Area:
- Infrastructure
Fiscal Year / AMRP Program / AMRP Activity:
- FY 2002-2022 / Infrastructure / Structures
AMRP = Annual Modal Research Plan
Contact Information
Team:
Infrastructure Analysis and Construction Team
Office:
Office of Infrastructure Research and Development
Office Code:
HRDI-20