Nondestructive Ultrasonic Detection of FRP Delamination |
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Sequential Number | R81 |
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Matching Research Agency | Missouri University of Science and Technology |
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Principal Investigator | Norbert H. Maerz
Assistant Professor
University of Missouri-Rolla
1006 Kingshighway
Rolla, MO 65409-0660 | | p | 573 341-6714 | | f | 573 341-4368 | | norbert@mst.edu |
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Student Involvement | Qiang Niu, M.S.. Student, 12.5% time, 4.5 months |
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Project Objective | To prove the concept of detecting FRP de-lamination using commercially available ultrasonic devices. |
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Project Abstract | We propose to test the effectiveness of commercially available ultrasonic devices in detecting de-lamination. We will send samples to the manufacture of the ultrasonic devices, and procure an appropriate device. We will then set up test samples with various sizes and positions of de-lamination, and evaluate the ability of the ultrasonic device to detect them in blind studies. |
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Anticipated Benefits | Establishment of a non-destructive testing method for de-lamination of FRP sheets |
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Modal Orientation | Bridge assessment |
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Milestones | | Project Start Date: | 08/15/2002 | | Project End Date: | 12/31/2002 |
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Relationship to other Research/Projects | N/A |
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Technology Transfer Activities | Research will be disseminated at national and international conferences |
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Transportation Research Board Keywords | Non-destructive testing, Fiber Reinforced Polymers, De-lamination |
