Indirect estimation of compressive strength through non-destructive testing is key to
monitoring the strength of structural concretes used in construction and rehabilitation works …

Eddy current nondestructive testing (ECT) method is an efficient method based on
electromagnetic induction for quantitative nondestructive evaluation of defects in the …

The purpose of this paper is to establish some correlations between the main technical
parameter with regard to the cement-based materials technology, the 28-day compressive …

Materials with high energy storage capacity can enhance energy efficiency of buildings
further than thermal insulation alone. The use of microencapsulated paraffin wax Phase …

Monitoring of gradual increase in elastic modulus of concrete over time is crucial for
designing structures exposed to early age loading and predicting long-term deformations …

Previous research revealed that wave interferometry can be more effective than existing
ultrasonic techniques in monitoring the strength development of early-age concrete. To …

Nanoclays (NC) are known to increase the structural build-up of cement-based materials
(CBM) while methylcellulose (MC) is used to increase open time and workability, helping to …

As an important application in nondestructive testing (NDT) technology, ultrasonic guided
wave testing is widely used in the detection of defects in metal plates, pipes, and bridges. In …

Durability is an essential aspect of the lifetime performance of concrete components. The
adequate surface quality and thus the service life of concrete can be achieved, among other …

Purpose: The effectiveness of the NDT tests is to identify the incompatibility of the products
without their destruction, but NDT tests do not point out the root of incompatibility. The aim of …