Open AccessDamage analysis of Reinforced Concrete Beams using Piezoelectric Sensors
Author(s) -
G.Ganesh Naidu*,
M. Sri Durga Vara Prasad,
M. Siry Chandana
Publication year - 2019
Publication title -
international journal of recent technology and engineering
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
ISSN - 2277-3878
DOI - 10.35940/ijrte.d7962.118419
Subject(s) - extensometer , piezoelectricity , bending , materials science , beam (structure) , structural engineering , signal (programming language) , reinforced concrete , acoustics , composite material , computer science , engineering , physics , programming language
Identification of crack or damage inside a structure is not possible with traditional methods. In this study piezoelectric sensors are introduced into structure using before placement of concrete and to be in precise sensors act as artificial aggregate. Specimen is taken under three point bending test. A damage characteristic of the beam is studied by using high-voltage pulse emitter, to give a electric signal and recording is made. Extensometer is used to measure the crack and images of the crack should be captured. Final results are plotted in digital image processing to conclude the damage characteristics.