Surface wave techniques for the evaluation of concrete structures, In : Non-destructive evaluation of reinforced concrete structures, Volume 2
This chapter describes non-destructive test methods based on surface guided mechanical waves for application to concrete. After a summary of the history of development of the methods, surface wave propagation in homogenous and layered media is reviewed, where analytical and numerical modelling efforts are described. Then specific time domain and frequency domain surface wave methods are introduced, including the SASW and MASW methods. The needed equipment are described and finally successful applications to concrete structures are reviewed.