13271
Accession Number
7076
Author
Morgan, I.L.; Ellinger, Hunter; Klinksiek, R.; Thompson, Neils J.
Title Of Article Chaper
Examination of concrete by computerized tomography
Title Of Journal Book
ACI journal (American Concrete Institute)
Volume
77
Pages
23-27
Reference Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references
Language Of Text
English
Literature Type
Serial
Literature Level
Analytic
Abstract
A computerized tomography system suitable for the examination of concrete has been developed. The system has been used on various test specimens of concrete. The tomograms (cross-sectional density maps) of 6 in. (150 mm) diameter piers of various cement-to-aggregated mixes show aggregate and voids down to 1 mm in diameter, and fractures less than 1 mm wide. The location and density of reinforcement bars, the density of the background mortar, and the density of the aggregate are accurately reconstructed. A Cesium-137 isotopic source was used to provide a 662 kev photon beam, with plastic scintillator strips used to detect and count each transmitted photon. It is predicted that the technique will find extensive application in quality control in the casting and fabricating of reinforced concrete and steel structural elements. The technique provides periodic inspection for deteriorating elelments subjected to wear and repeated stressing such as pipes and valves, and provides wear and failure analysis for pipes, concrete piers, and beams. -- CAL
Keywords
Computers;Cracking;Fracturing;Inspection;Measuring instruments; Nondetructive testing;Quality control;Radioactive isotopes; Radiography; Reinforced concrete;Scintillation counters;Voids CAL
pub_id
13271