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Nondestructive Testing of Historic Structures

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Science and Technology in Historic Preservation

Part of the book series: Advances in Archaeological and Museum Science ((AAMS,volume 4))

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Nondestructive testing (NDT) of historic structures can be used for architectural archaeology, structural stability analysis, or materials characterization. Four types of physical probes are available: sound, penetrating radiation, visible light, and electromagnetism. Each of these can be utilized in several ways. Additional options involve hybrid techniques that combine probe methods. Widespread application in architectural conservation depends upon overcoming institutional barriers including the lack of standardization, fragmented decision-making, and restrictive contracting procedures that do not take into account the benefits of NDT.

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    Ray A. Williamson

  2. University of Arizona, Tuscon, Arizona, USA

    Paul R. Nickens

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Livingston, R.A. (2000). Nondestructive Testing of Historic Structures. In: Williamson, R.A., Nickens, P.R. (eds) Science and Technology in Historic Preservation. Advances in Archaeological and Museum Science, vol 4. Springer, Boston, MA. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4615-4145-5_5

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