Microbially induced corrosion (MIC) is a serious issue for sewer structures worldwide. Many
studies have been carried out to develop more durable cement-based materials under the …

The deterioration of concrete sewer structures due to bio-corrosion presents critical and
escalating challenges from structural, economic and environmental perspectives. Despite …

Correlations between compressive strength and modulus of elasticity resulted from cement-
based materials of different geometries can help researchers to compare experimental data …

The paper illustrates the results of an experimental test which intends to check the efficacy of
ultrasonic testing (UT) in detecting anomalies inside concrete elements. For this purpose, UT …

In the production of concrete and mortar, fine and coarse aggregates from non-renewable
natural resources are normally consumed. In order to minimize the environmental impacts …

Abstract Accurately predicting the Ultrasonic Pulse Velocity (UPV) in concrete is important
invarious fields, including construction, engineering and non-destructive testing. This …

Failures occur in the structures of reinforced concrete buildings and facilities during their
continuous exploitation, without being overloaded or exposed to extreme impacts, the most …

Non-homogeneous and Porous types of concrete structures are one of the most versatile
components in Civil Engineering, in terms of design since they allow for damage to exist, as …

Non-destructive Testing (NDT) comprises of methods to test fabricated components,
materials and structures without impairing their future usefulness. Ultrasonic Testing is one …

To comprehend the behavior of structural masonry in fire situations, it is important to
understand the thermal and mechanical properties of the component materials of structural …