Dynamic deformation signatures in reinforced concrete slabs for condition monitoring

Hock Chuan Tan, O.O.R. Famiyesin, M.S. Imbabi* (Corresponding Author)

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Abstract

We examine the use of ordinary steel and concrete strain gauges to monitor the dynamic response of reinforced concrete (RC) slabs excited in non-destructive vibrational testing. Plots of measured dynamic strains in the embedded steel reinforcement bars and on the concrete surface, as well as of mid-span deflection, are presented at different levels of load-induced damage. The plots show unique strain and deflection signatures that vary with the internal state of the slab, and could be used for condition monitoring and residual strength identification. It is feasible that the techniques outlined could be used in AI-based evaluation tools for RC slabs and other RC structures. © 2001 Civil-Comp Ltd. and Elsevier Science Ltd. All rights reserved.
Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)2413-2423
Number of pages11
JournalComputers & Structures
Volume79
Issue number26-28
Early online date19 Nov 2001
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - Nov 2001

Keywords

  • displacement
  • dynamic
  • experimental
  • frequency
  • modal
  • non-destructive
  • reinforced concrete
  • slab
  • strain
  • strength
  • NEURAL-NETWORK APPROACH
  • DAMAGE ASSESSMENT
  • PREDICTION
  • CAPACITY
  • BEHAVIOR
  • DESIGN
  • WAVES
  • ECHO

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