Retrofitting and Rehabilitation of Structures (CE-803 (C)) - Important Questions

Describe methods of corrosion protection / preventive measures against corrosion in structures, including corrosion inhibitors and corrosion-resistant steel.

Explain the effects due to climate, temperature, chemicals, wear and erosion on serviceability and durability of concrete structures and suggest remedial measures.

List the non-destructive tests for assessing concrete strength and explain the types.

Describe about different types of cracking in structures.

Explain the following terms: Repair, Retrofitting, Strengthening and Rehabilitation.

What are the causes of distress and deterioration of concrete?

How do you carry out physical inspection of distressed concrete structures?

List the steps involved in evaluation of structures and explain the different aspect of detailed investigation.

Explain the importance of concrete cover in RCC structures.

Explain design and construction errors influencing serviceability and durability of structures and their preventive measures.

Explain surface repair, rehabilitation and retrofitting techniques for structural elements.

Define maintenance. Explain the importance of maintenance.

Explain in detail the strengthening of beams using the jacketing technique.

What do you understand by seismic rehabilitation of existing buildings?

Write the causes for deterioration of steel and explain corrosion mechanism with preventive measures.