ABSTRACT
Long term performance of materials and structures under variable and unpredictable conditions has always been of great interest to civil and materials engineers. A prime objective of the materials evaluation community is to increase safety while controlling costs by improving design and by optimizing maintenance and repair programs. Reliable tools for the prognosis of the material’s health, durability and service life are therefore essential for the effective maintenance of the civil infrastructure including transportation, sanitation, waste containment and the utilities infrastructure.
