CIVIL ENGINEERING MATERIAL (SEA2112)

ASSIGNMENT 1

Concrete Structure Failures Related To An Investigation By

Using Non-destructive Testing(NDT) Method.

(Rebound Hammer Method)

Reporter:THIVAGGARAN A/L RAJAN (SX2022217EAWHF04) Date: 21/05/2021

 OBJECTIVES
• To assess quality of the concrete in relation to the standard
requirement.
• To estimate compressive strength of concrete with the help of suitable
correlations between rebound index & compressive strength.
• To delinate regions of poor quality or deteriorated concrete in a
structure.
• To assess quality of one element of the concrete in relation to another.
FACTOR AFFECTING THE TEST RESULTS

• Type of Cement
• Type of Aggregate
• Surface Condition and Moisture Content of Concrete
• Curing and Age of Concrete
• Carbonation of Concrete Surface
 PRINCIPLE OF REBOUND HAMMER TEST
• Rebound hammer test method is based on the principle that the rebound of an elastic mass depends on the hardness of the concrete surface
against which the mass strikes.
• When the plunger of rebound hammer is pressed against the concrete surface, the spring controlled mass in the hammer
rebounds.
• The amount of rebound of the mass depends on the hardness of concrete surface.
• The hardness of concrete and rebound hammer reading can be correlated with compressive strength of concrete.
• The rebound value is read off along 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 FOR REBOUND HAMMER TEST

1. Starts with calibration of the rebound hammer.

2. For this, the rebound hammer is tested against the test anvil made of steel having brinell hardness number of
about 5000 n/mm2.
3. Rebound hammer is tested for accuracy on the test anvil
4. Held at right angles to the surface of the concrete structure for taking the readings.
5. The test can be conducted horizontally on vertical surface and vertically upwards or downwards on horizontal
surfaces
6. If the rebound hammer is held at intermediate angle, the rebound number will be different for the same
concrete.
7. The impact energy required for the rebound hammer is different for different applications
8. Approximate impact energy levels are mentioned in the table for different applications
INTERPRETATION OF THE TEST RESULTS
Impact Energy for Rebound Hammers for Different Applications As per IS: 13311(2)-
1992

Sl.No Applications Approximate Impact Energy for

Rebound Hammer in Nm
1 For Normal Weight Concrete 2.25

2 For light weight concrete / For small and impact 0.75

resistive concrete parts

3 For mass concrete testing Eg: In roads, hydraulic 30.00

structures and pavements
 Advantages and Disadvantages of Rebound Hammer Test
ADVANTAGES DISADVANTAGES

Apparatus is easy to use The results obtained is based on a local point

Determines uniformity properties of the surface The test results are not directly related to the strength and
the deformation property of the surface

The equipment used is inexpensive The probe and spring arrangement will require regular
cleaning and maintenance

Used for the rehabilitation of old monuments Flaws cannot be detected with accuracy
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.
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