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In-situ determination of the water content in fresh concrete

The image shows a ­Sono-WZ sensor with Sono-DIS handheld measuring unit: the radar wave that runs along the sensor at nearly at the speed of light is shown in green Figure: Imko
The image shows a ­Sono-WZ sensor with Sono-DIS handheld measuring unit: the radar wave that runs along the sensor at nearly at the speed of light is shown in green
Figure: Imko
Sono-WZ is inserted several times in succession in the fresh concrete in the bucket; the individual measurements are taken at the touch of a button Figure: Imko
Sono-WZ is inserted several times in succession in the fresh concrete in the bucket; the individual measurements are taken at the touch of a button
Figure: Imko

A new measurement system based on radar waves now makes an important application in the construction industry possible, according to the supplier: quick and precise determination of fresh concrete in situ.

The construction material concrete, when expertly manufactured and processed, can have a durability of more than 100 years. Despite this, it nevertheless happens not infrequently that concrete structures like bridges and architectural-concrete façades have to be comprehensively refurbished or torn down, already a few years after their erection. A correct w/c ratio is the crucial factor for...

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