The effect of curing, specimen thickness, and saturation on surface resistivity of concrete

Electrical resistivity measurements are used to assess the potential durability of concrete. The surface method is a popular because ease testing, non-destructive nature, and time efficiency. moisture state concrete has significant influence on results. Laboratory specimens cured using practical curing methods should be saturated before testing eliminate this effect avoid incorrect interpretation However, available standard test for do not deal with issue. Consequently, an experimental study been conducted drying values, as reported in paper. results show that reduction specimen thickness can improve ability assessing effectiveness.