INTRODUCTION The rebound hammer test is one of the non-destructive tests used to check the compressive strength of concrete . An empirical relationship has been determined between the a absorbed by the concrete when given a high impact and its compressive strength . the rebound hammer is designed to carryout instant non- destructive test on concrete structure without damage and gives an immediate indication of the compressive strength of the concrete using the calibration curve applied each instrument . the hammer is simply pressed firmly against the concrete whereupon a powerful internal spring is first compressed and thin tripped to deliver a hammer blow through the hardened concrete trip to the surface being tested.Rebound hammer test Rebound hammer test is done to find out the compressive strength of concrete by using rebound hammer as per IS: 13311 (Part 2) — 1992. Principle of the rebound hammer test is: The rebound of an elastic mass depends on the hardness of the surface against which its mass strikes. When the plunger of the rebound hammer is pressed against the surface of the concrete, the Spring-controlled mass rebounds and the extent of such a rebound depends upon the surface hardness of the concrete. The surface hardness and therefore the rebound is taken to be related to the compressive strength of the concrete.Figure 1 - Rebound Hammer test (14) ) ib) (o> @ instrument ready Body pushed Hammer is Hammer tor test toward test released rebounds* The rebound value is read from a graduated scale and is designated as the rebound number or rebound index. * The compressive strength can be read directly from the graph provided on the body of the hammer.Procedure Should be tested against the test anvil. Apply light pressure on the plunger and allow it to extend to the ready position for the test. Apply a gradual increase in pressure until the hammer impacts. Take the average of about 15 readings.Average Rebound Number Quality of Concrete25 30.~«8S Test Hammer Rebound NumberA)Strength Assessment: To assess the relative strength of concrete based on the hardness. Casting cubes were tested under controlled conditions. This is due to hardening of concrete surface due to carbonation. It restricted to relatively new structures only.concrete: * It helps to identify relative surface weakness in cover concrete and to determine the relative compressive strength of concrete. * This survey is carried by dividing the member into well-defined grid points. * The grid matrix should have a spacing of approximately 300mm x 300mm.ADVANTAGE Simple to use. No special experience is needed to conduct the test. Establishes uniformity of properties. Equipment is inexpensive and is readily available. A wide variety of concrete test hammers is available with an operational range of M10 to M70. For rehabilitation of old Monuments..DISADVANTAGE Evaluates only the local point and layer of masonry to which it is applied. No direct relationship to strength or deformation properties. Unreliable for the detection of flaws. Cleaning maintenance of probe and spring mechanismConclusion The rebound value can be measured discretionary, whereas the number of crushed specimens is limited. The combination of both methods is the best and most reliable procedure to determine the compressive strength of concrete structures. The method does not damage the structure like the classical method, where cores must be taken for the evaluation of the compressive strength. It is a fast, inexpensive and easy to perform method using a light and portable test equipment.REFERENCE * Estimating the Strength of Concrete Using Surface Rebound Value and Design Parameters of Concrete Material. Jen-chei Liu, Mou-Lin Sue and Chang- Huan Kou*Department of Civil Engineering and Engineering Informatics, Chung-Hua University,Hsin Chu, Taiwan 300, R.O.C CONCRETE TECHNOLOGY — A text book- ML Gambhir.Rebound hammer test. - BY: AKSHAY R MANOHAR MTech-Construction Technology CIVIL ENGINEERING DEPT. NMAMIT-NITTE.THANK YOU