Spatial variability of potential fields in reinforced concrete structures

S. Kessler, C. Gehlen, D. Straub, M. Huber

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Abstract

For a realistic and accurate description of corrosion progress, spatial variability of corrosion processes must be accounted for, in particular when evaluating existing structures. A main problem in estimating the spatial correlation structure is the lack of data. In most studies that account for the spatial variability of concrete material properties, values of the correlation length, and hence the discretisation scheme, are based on practical considerations and experience. This paper presents an analysis of spatial variability of potential mapping results to support the modeling of spatial correlation. Potential mapping is a widely used inspection method for detection of ongoing corrosion in reinforced concrete structures. With the aid of potential measurement results a structure can be divided into corroding and non-corroding areas. Therefore, the spatial variability of corroding areas can be described indirectly through the spatial variability of potential mapping, as demonstrated in this paper by the analysis of potential data obtained from bridge decks

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationApplications of Statistics and Probability in Civil Engineering -Proceedings of the 11th International Conference on Applications of Statistics and Probability in Civil Engineering
PublisherTaylor and Francis Inc.
Pages2343-2348
Number of pages6
ISBN (Print)9780415669863
DOIs
StatePublished - 2011
Event11th International Conference on Applications of Statistics and Probability in Civil Engineering, ICASP - Zurich, Switzerland
Duration: 1 Aug 20114 Aug 2011

Publication series

NameApplications of Statistics and Probability in Civil Engineering -Proceedings of the 11th International Conference on Applications of Statistics and Probability in Civil Engineering

Conference

Conference11th International Conference on Applications of Statistics and Probability in Civil Engineering, ICASP
Country/TerritorySwitzerland
CityZurich
Period1/08/114/08/11

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