Measuring and testing – Embrittlement or erosion
Patent
1997-05-15
1999-04-20
Raevis, Robert
Measuring and testing
Embrittlement or erosion
324700, H01C 1700
Patent
active
058958436
ABSTRACT:
An in situ sensor for monitoring the degree of corrosion of rebar in a concrete structure relies on a four-point resistance measure of a test wire embedded in the concrete structure. The resistance across the wire is compared with the resistance of a reference wire, which is corrosion resistant. As corrosion advances, the cross-sectional area of the wire decreases, effectively increasing the resistance measured. The sensor may be used to measure corrosion inhibitor performance, and the effect of dilution.
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Cella Patrick A.
Taylor S. Ray
Raevis Robert
The University of Virginia Patent Foundation
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