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1. Introduction:
The construction of durable and safe structures is a fundamental endeavor in the
civil engineering and architecture. Concrete, one of the most common materials in the
construction plays a crucial role in the integrity and longevity of buildings.
However, the quality and strength of concrete cannot be taken for granted; they must
to evaluate accurately and reliably to ensure that the structures meet the
safety and durability standards required in the industry.
In this context, the sclerometer emerges as an essential tool for the
evaluation of the surface hardness of concrete. This non-destructive instrument has been
turned into a valuable ally for engineers, architects, and builders, allowing
quick and accurate measurements of concrete resistance at its surface. This test does not
not only provides information about the quality of the concrete used, but also
contributes to critical decision-making in the construction process.
The sclerometer, also known as the 'rebound hammer,' has become a
industry standard in the evaluation of the surface hardness of concrete, and its
applications range from the inspection of existing structures to quality control
in the construction of new ones. This essay will delve into the fundamental aspects
of this instrument, exploring its principles of operation, procedures of
measurement, applications, limitations and its importance in the construction industry.
As the construction of buildings and infrastructures continues to be a priority in
everyone, the knowledge and application of technologies like the sclerometer are
essential to ensure that structures are safe, reliable, and durable. Throughout
in this essay, we will break down in detail how the sclerometer contributes to achieving these
objectives and how their proper use translates into a positive impact on quality and the
sustainability of modern constructions.
1.1.Code: NTP 339.181 Schlerometry
The sclerometer is an instrument widely used in the
construction industry to assess the surface hardness of
concrete. This tool is essential for ensuring quality and
durability of concrete structures.
2. Descripción y funcionamiento:
2.1. Schmidt hammer or rebound hammer:
The Schmidt Hammer, also known as a sclerometer, was designed by the Swiss Ernst
Schmidt in 1948, being a more developed technological version than the existing ones.
at that time, for this it was the most developed for surface hardness testing in the
the twenties.
Vélez, Gustavo (2019) in his thesis for the title of Civil Engineer discusses the sclerometer.
as a method capable of measuring the resistance of concrete after having carried out the
analysis in different samples according to their age and nominal maximum size of the aggregate.
These factors undergo detailed analysis and are recorded in a database,
organized according to their specific characteristics. From this data, various are generated
linear regression graphs with the aim of improving the confidence level in the correlation of
Pearson. (Vélez, 2019).
2.2.PROCEDURE
Hold the instrument firmly so that the plunger is perpendicular to the surface of
test. Gradually push the instrument towards the test surface until the
hammer impact. After the impact, hold the instrument down and, if necessary,
press the button located at the side of the instrument to lock the plunger in place
her retracted position. Read and record the number of the bounce on the scale, rounding it to the nearest tenth.
Take ten readings from each testing area. The impact tests will be separated by
more than 25 mm. Examine the impression made on the surface of the concrete after the
impact, and if the impact produces surface crushing or breaks through an air gap
superficial, cancel the reading and take another reading
2.3.CALCULATION
Discard the readings that differ from the average of the 10 readings by more than 6 units and
determine the average of the remaining readings. If more than two readings differ from
this average for 6 units, discard all readings and determine the numbers of the rebounds
10 new locations within the trial area.
For this, talking about the Schmidt hammer, it is a mechanical device used to perform
non-destructive testing in materials such as concrete or rock.
It is common to see the device take the positions of -90°, 90°, and 0°.
3. Scope of application:
A. Initially, it was a test procedure intended to measure the resistance to the
concrete compression and establish correlations under laboratory conditions, today in
day, its use has mainly expanded in the following contexts:
Evaluate the homogeneity of concrete in construction projects.
Identify areas of least resistance in structures.
Provide guidance on the right time to strip the formwork.
concrete elements.
Evaluate, when there are previous data available, the evolution of resistance of the
structures.
Estimate the levels of resistance when no prior information is available.
regarding.
Contribute, together with other non-destructive methods, to the evaluation of the
integrity of the structures.
B. Factors that Change the Results of a Test
The surface texture of the concrete.
The dimensions, shape, and stiffness of construction elements.
The antiquity of concrete.
The conditions of internal humidity.
Employee aggregate report.
Used cement type.
The design and material of the formwork.
The degree of carbonation present on the surface.
The applied finishes.
The temperature of the concrete surface and the temperature of the device
measurement
C. The position of the measuring device clearly affects the result of the index of
magnitude of bounce of the mass. When the instrument is in a position
horizontal or inclined upwards or downwards, the influence of gravity can have an effect
in a positive or negative way in the obtained measurement (Cortés, 2008). In general, the
manufacturers of these instruments provide specific calibration curves for the
horizontal positions, inclined upward or inclined downward, depending on the angle
of inclination, as illustrated in figure 6. However, there are previous reports that
They suggest that the separation between these curves should be greater.
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