Shuoting Xiao^1,*, Nikita Igorevich Fomin¹, Kirill Anatolyevich Khvostunkov², Chong Liu¹

CMES-Computer Modeling in Engineering & Sciences, Vol.145, No.3, pp. 2821-2847, 2025, DOI:10.32604/cmes.2025.071961 - 23 December 2025

Abstract Precast concrete structures have gained popularity due to their advantages. However, the seismic performance of their connection joints remains an area of ongoing research and improvement. Grouted Sleeve Connection (GSC) offers a solution for connecting reinforcements in precast components, but their vulnerability to internal defects, such as construction errors and material variability, can significantly impact performance. This article presents a finite element analysis (FEA) to evaluate the impact of internal grouting defects in GSC on the structural performance of precast reinforced concrete columns. Four finite element models representing GSC with varying degrees of defects were… More > Graphic Abstract

Yueshun Chen^1,2,*, Yupeng Zhou¹, Cao Yin³

Structural Durability & Health Monitoring, Vol.19, No.3, pp. 575-592, 2025, DOI:10.32604/sdhm.2024.057005 - 03 April 2025

Abstract Computed tomography (CT) can inspect the internal structure of concrete with high resolution, but improving the accuracy of measurements remains a key challenge due to the reliance on complex image processing and significant manual intervention. This study aims to optimize CT scanning parameters to enhance the accuracy of measuring crack widths and rebar volumes in reinforced concrete. Nine sets of specimens, each with varying rebar diameters and concrete cover thicknesses, were scanned before and after corrosion using an Optima CT scanner, followed by three-dimensional reconstructions using Avizo software. The effects of threshold values and “Erosion” More >

Hua Yan^1,2,3,*, Bo Song^1,3, Mansheng Wang⁴

Structural Durability & Health Monitoring, Vol.14, No.3, pp. 265-282, 2020, DOI:10.32604/sdhm.2020.06403 - 14 September 2020

Abstract Analyze and compare the basic principles of ultrasonic detection of voids in concrete, choose ZBL-U520/510 non-metallic ultrasonic detector, and use the opposite detection method to test the void size in the joints of prefabricated concrete structures. The results show that: ultrasonic method by testing the waveform, sound, and speed of sound analysis can effectively determine the position of the defect, and through the conversion formula can estimate the void size. Ultrasonic parameters are used to distinguish the internal defects of Assembly concrete. Sometimes there are different results with different parameters. It is difficult for engineers… More >