Title:
Electrical Conductivity Testing
Author(s):
Michelle R. Nokken and R. Doug Hooton
Publication:
Concrete International
Volume:
28
Issue:
10
Appears on pages(s):
58-63
Keywords:
durability; electrical conductivity; performance specifications; permeability; quality control
DOI:
Date:
10/1/2006
Abstract:
Performance-based durability criteria are becoming more prevalent in specifications for concrete structures. A shortcoming of most tests used as indicators of potential durability is that significant time elapses between casting and testing the concrete. This article describes research carried out to develop a rapid test method for prequalification and quality control of concrete based on electrical conductivity that allows testing of the same specimen over time without disturbing its structure.