Innovative Approach on Building Pathology Testing and Analysis

• Type: Chapter or Part of a Book
• Date: 2023

Authors

Nuno Ramos (Author) FEUP; Pedro Pereira (Author) FEUP

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Authenticus ID: P-00Y-85W

DOI: 10.1007/978-3-031-23888-8_13

Abstract (EN): The continuous innovation in construction introduces new materials and components that often cannot be analysed with standard testing techniques. Moreover, the lack of information on reference values may prevent the adequate interpretation of the test results. This chapter is focused on the application of innovative in-situ tests that address non-structural materials and components. A review of recent techniques and case studies is conducted, focusing on pathological manifestations that stem from an inadequate hygrothermal behaviour. The determination of the moisture content by non-destructive or semi-destructive techniques is, in that sense, a key example. The other aspect addressed in this chapter is the advanced monitoring of hygrothermal parameters and others that can be of relevance. It provides a clear evolution from point measurements to a continuous assessment of the building state. Hence, the implementation of advanced monitoring techniques in Building Digital Twins is described and its potential for building pathology studies in the logic of asset management is explored. By exploring the literature, the most promising approaches for specific innovative components are analysed. © 2023, The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Switzerland AG.

Language: English

Type (Professor's evaluation): Scientific

No. of pages: 13