This guide to Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) and Evaluation of Drilled Shafts porvides a general introduction to the various current NDT testing methods, their fundamental operating principles, prime applications, advantages and limitations. It is intended for use by owners, design engineers, inspectors and contractors involved with drilled shaft construction. Students of foundation engineering will also find it a useful primer for the business. Conventional and new load testing methods are also described in the manual although they are not usually considered "non-destructive" tests. They were included since many load tests are performed on production drilled shafts in an effort to complete the comprehensive coverage of evaluation of drilled shafts in this manual. The six main sections are: Introduction; Application of Non-Destructive Testing to Drilled Shafts; Inspection and Observation Methods; Integrity Testing Methods; Load Testing Methods; and Corroboration and Remediation Options
Edited by: Frederick C. Rhyner PE, Chairman Drilled Shaft Committee; Bernard Hertlein, Chairman Testing & Evaluation Committee; Les R. Chernauskas PE, Editor
Sponsored by: 2005 DFI Drilled Shaft Committee & 2005 DFI Testing and Evaluation Committee