| Author | Thanasak Wongtanakitcharoen |
| Call Number | AIT Thesis no. ST-99-32 |
| Subject(s) | Reinforced concrete--Corrosion--Thailand
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| Note | A thesis submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Engineering |
| Publisher | Asian Institute of Technology |
| Abstract | Concrete is the most extensively used material in the construction industry around the world because of its mechanical and durable property. In view of durability, reinforced concrete structures in Thailand have a higher risk of deterioration due to various causes. Field investigations of durability have begun recently so there is still much left to be studied. The purpose of this thesis is to assess the current state of existing RC structures in central and seaside areas of Thailand. To achieve this purpose, a survey was performed to gather the information of both sound and damaged structures. The procedure to evaluate the deterioration of RC structures is divided into three steps. Firstly, classification of the element of structure. Secondly, classification of the environmental exposure class by considering the aggresivity of chemical attack. Thirdly, estimation of the degree of deterioration by examining area and depth of damage. The results of degree of deterioration in central Thailand were compared to those of in seaside areas. The results show that the current overall situation of RC structures in central Thailand are in good condition compared to those in the seaside areas. Thus, the environmental conditions and rate of deterioration of the seaside areas are more severe than that in central Thailand. The factors leading to deterioration of RC structures in central Thailand are thought aggressive substances from atmosphere and external load, while in the seaside areas is corrosion. |
| Year | 1999 |
| Type | Thesis |
| School | School of Engineering and Technology |
| Department | Department of Civil and Infrastucture Engineering (DCIE) |
| Academic Program/FoS | Structural Engineering (STE) /Former Name = Structural Engineering and Construction (ST) |
| Chairperson(s) | Kishi, Toshiharu |
| Examination Committee(s) | Somnuk Tangtermsirikul;Nii, Kazuyoshi;Pichai Nimityongskul; |
| Scholarship Donor(s) | Asian Institute of Technology Partial Scholarship; |
| Degree | Thesis (M.Eng.) - Asian Institute of Technology, 1999 |