In-situ assessment of physical performance and degradation analysis of rendering walls
The use of in-situ diagnostic techniques can lead to a more accurate evaluation of the
performance level of façade claddings. The paper aims to evaluate the advantages of using …
performance level of façade claddings. The paper aims to evaluate the advantages of using …
Variability of in-situ testing on rendered walls in natural ageing conditions–Rebound hammer and ultrasound techniques
External renders are the first barrier against degradation agents and their performance
affects directly that of building façades. During the life cycle of renders there is a progressive …
affects directly that of building façades. During the life cycle of renders there is a progressive …
Differential stone decay of the Spanish tower façade in Bizerte, Tunisia
Abstract The Spanish Fortress of Bizerte in Tunisia shows differential erosion patterns on the
rock ashlars used in the construction of its main façade (sixteenth century) exposed to …
rock ashlars used in the construction of its main façade (sixteenth century) exposed to …
[PDF][PDF] In-situ testing techniques for in-service evaluation of water penetration in rendered façades—The portable moisture meter and Karsten tube
R Duarte, I Flores-Colen, J De Brito - … 12th Int. Conf. on Durability of …, 2011 - researchgate.net
Several reasons can explain the urgency of proactive maintenance implementation and of in-
service performance knowledge of buildings' façades, in order to guarantee adequate levels …
service performance knowledge of buildings' façades, in order to guarantee adequate levels …
[PDF][PDF] In situ testing to evaluate the mechanical performance of rendered façades-rebound hammer and ultrasound techniques
Façades are directly affected by the performance of external renders because these
elements are the first barrier against degradation agents. In service there is a progressive …
elements are the first barrier against degradation agents. In service there is a progressive …