A probabilistic model was used to predict the critical chloride content (Ccrit) for reinforcement corrosion as a function of specimen size. The specimen size is likely to be a reason for the large scatter of Ccrit values as well as for the high threshold levels often observed in laboratory setups. Regarding test methods, it is discussed that the common combination of small specimens and low numbers of parallel samples results in poor reproducibility. If experimental data is to be used for service life modelling, the geometrical dimensions of the specimens on which Ccrit was measured have to be taken into account.
Probabilistic considerations on the effect of specimen size on the critical chloride content in reinforced concrete
ELSENER, BERNHARD;
2011-01-01
Abstract
A probabilistic model was used to predict the critical chloride content (Ccrit) for reinforcement corrosion as a function of specimen size. The specimen size is likely to be a reason for the large scatter of Ccrit values as well as for the high threshold levels often observed in laboratory setups. Regarding test methods, it is discussed that the common combination of small specimens and low numbers of parallel samples results in poor reproducibility. If experimental data is to be used for service life modelling, the geometrical dimensions of the specimens on which Ccrit was measured have to be taken into account.
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