Effect of Variability in Concrete Cover on Concrete Bridge Deck Service Life

Authors

Jeffrey Hoki, Brigham Young University
Dr. W. Spencer Guthrie, Brigham Young University

Keywords

concrete cover, concrete bridge deck service life, covermeter

College

Ira A. Fulton College of Engineering and Technology

Department

Civil and Environmental Engineering

Abstract

Before reliable data could be gathered, proper procedures for using a covermeter needed to be established. The American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) does not currently have a standard for testing rebar cover depth by means of an electromagnetic covermeter. Therefore, the only protocol for testing available to the tester originates from the manufacturer of each individual covermeter. This research focused on the development of a standardized protocol for covermeter testing to be used within the Long Term Bridge Performance (LTBP) program. The Standardization of covermeter usage will increase the reliability of results gathered from all teams within the program.

Recommended Citation

Hoki, Jeffrey and Guthrie, Dr. W. Spencer (2013) "Effect of Variability in Concrete Cover on Concrete Bridge Deck Service Life," Journal of Undergraduate Research: Vol. 2013: Iss. 1, Article 1868.
Available at: https://scholarsarchive.byu.edu/jur/vol2013/iss1/1868