Abstract
This research work is focused on nondestructive evaluation of a five storied concrete frame
structure of which construction was halted seven years ago. Before further construction could be
started again it was imperative to assess the existing condition. For this purpose, load tests and core
tests were performed on four floors from basement to first floor. It took more than one year to finish
the experimental work. Test results showed that the structure has adequate strength for future use
although it was unprotected against severe environmental conditions for several years. Study further
confirms the findings of previous researchers that a combination of tests, instead of performing just
one type of test, provide more suitable results to confidently accept or reject the structure as a whole
or its component for future use.
M. A. Saleem, Z. A. Siddiqi, M. A. Javed, M. Aziz. (2012) Nondestructive Evaluation of an Existing Concrete Structure using Load Test and Core Test, Pakistan Journal of Engineering and Applied Sciences, Volume 11, Issue 1 .
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