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The aging of civil infrastructure, particularly those facilities that are susceptible to damage, deterioration, and environmental effects, presents an array of challenges to inspectors who are on the front lines of protecting public safety. One of the most significant challenges involves inspecting...

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Published in:Civil engineering (New York, N.Y. 1983) N.Y. 1983), 2013, Vol.83 (1), p.68-77
Main Authors: DARRIN HOLT, J, POIROUX, George V, LINDYBERG, Robert F, CESARE, Mark A
Format: Magazinearticle
Language:English
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Summary:The aging of civil infrastructure, particularly those facilities that are susceptible to damage, deterioration, and environmental effects, presents an array of challenges to inspectors who are on the front lines of protecting public safety. One of the most significant challenges involves inspecting structural components that are located below ground or that are otherwise inaccessible. Nondestructive testing (NDT) technologies have traditionally been used to investigate many such components, but success has been limited. The field, however, is still evolving. Recently, to obtain assistance in inspecting a critical part of large dams, the US Army Corps of Engineers held-tested an NDT method that had previously been used mainly for foundations and determined that the method can be both safe and reliable. The Corps's investment in this research and fieldwork reflects its continuing commitment to take full advantage of technological advances that hold promise for better protecting the public and ensuring that the many earthen and concrete clams in its inventory are well maintained.
ISSN:0885-7024
2381-0688
2381-0688
DOI:10.1061/ciegag.0000430