Comparison Between Two NDT Methods: Rebound Hammer Test and Ultrasonic Pulse Velocity Test for a Chemical Plant Structure situated in Coastal Area
Keywords:
non destructive testing, NDT, Rebound Hammer Test, Ultrasonic Pulse Velocity Test, Cube Test, Rebound Number, Concrete structure in chemical plant, compressive strength, rebound test, plain and reinforced concreteAbstract
the two methods of Non Destructive Testing namely Rebound Hammer Test and Ultrasonic Pulse Velocity Test are
applied on same concrete column of an old chemical industry plant. The results obtained from both the test are then
compared to find out which method is more feasible in which condition.