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Methods for non destructive test/survey of basalt rebar in concrete?

Methods for non destructive test/survey of basalt rebar in concrete?

Methods for non destructive test/survey of basalt rebar in concrete?

(OP)
Does anyone know of a non destructive method for the detection of Basalt reinforcing bar in bridge deck slabs?
Have tried with GPR with no success.
Obviously standard NDT methods such as resistivity or magnetic will not work....
Have contacted several basalt rebar manufacturers who were unable to provide any further help on the matter.
Basalt is non metallic, has a density similar to concrete (2500kg/m3) and non conductive...
I welcome all and any suggestions.
Many Thanks
Fearghus

RE: Methods for non destructive test/survey of basalt rebar in concrete?

First I had heard of it.  Seems it is a rock and resin composite.  Not being able to verify its existence would seem to be a deterrent from using it.

RE: Methods for non destructive test/survey of basalt rebar in concrete?

Your best bet at this point would be radiography.  Even though the densities are similar between the rebar and concrete, the composite rebar will give a different signature on a film image.

You have access to both sides of the section, so shouldn't be an issue to do it.  It will be expensive, depending on how large of an area you want to check and how many areas you want to check.

RE: Methods for non destructive test/survey of basalt rebar in concrete?

(OP)
Hokie66 its an emerging technology it the late stages of reserach and development for bridge deck use. It has been used in some buildings in corrosive environments, but does require stringent site supervision to ensure proper placement.

Thanks Ron
That is an excellent suggestion. I will have to look into the cost of or existence of such apparatus and its availability locally in UK/Ireland. I was under the impression the apparatus for radiography (in terms of testing steel sections at least) was immobile... Have you came across a portable device?

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