ABSTRACT
Abstract The paper reviews the advantages and limitations of the three test methods, for evaluating the fracture characteristics of concrete, currently being considered as potential standard tests. Some of the issues arising from the current state-of-the-art of fracture testing of concrete are explored in view of the need to introduce the concepts of fracture into Codes and Standards. Consideration of the needs of practising engineers leads to the notion that fracture test standards should include a provision for tests to be carried out on cores.
