Acoustic Emission (AE) and Related Nondestructive Evaluation (NDE) Techniques in the Fracture Mechanics of Concrete: Fundamentals and Applications

摘要

This book comprises 13 chapters based on a specialist conference session held in Spain in 2013, and is edited by a widely recognised international authority in the field. The chapters focus on recent findings related to innovative non-destructive assessment methods associated with fracture mechanics which are under development for concrete, with particular emphasis on acoustic emission (AE). Ultrasonics, X-rays and thermography also feature. The 32 contributors are from a wide range of countries, including Japan, India and the USA, as well as a strong European input - although, sadly, there is no UK participation.