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    The document discusses the in-situ absorption test (ISAT) for concrete, which measures the rate of water absorption into concrete under controlled conditions. ISAT was proposed in 1931 as a quick, simple, and non-destructive way to test concrete in the field. While it can evaluate concrete quality and durability, issues include achieving a watertight seal and the test being affected by the concrete's moisture level.

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    The document discusses the in-situ absorption test (ISAT) for concrete, which measures the rate of water absorption into concrete under controlled conditions. ISAT was proposed in 1931 as a quick, simple, and non-destructive way to test concrete in the field. While it can evaluate concrete quality and durability, issues include achieving a watertight seal and the test being affected by the concrete's moisture level.

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    Initial Surface Absorption Waseem

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    Mujtaba Hussain
    The document discusses the in-situ absorption test (ISAT) for concrete, which measures the rate of water absorption into concrete under controlled conditions. ISAT was proposed in 1931 as a quick, simple, and non-destructive way to test concrete in the field. While it can evaluate concrete quality and durability, issues include achieving a watertight seal and the test being affected by the concrete's moisture level.

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    ISA defined as the rate of flow of water into the

    concrete surface per unit area at a stated interval from the start of the test at a constant applied head and temperature Proposed by Ganville in 1931

    Advantages
    the main advantage ISAT is a quick and simple non

    destructive in situ test method also used on exposed aggregate and profiled surfaces provided a water tight seal is achieved

    Disadvantages
    difficulty of watertight seal
    measured property is greatly affected by moisture

    conditions of concrete 200mm head of water is quite low

    application
    quality control test for precast concrete units that can

    be tested whenever they are dry also be used as comparative test on insitu concrete for assessment of potential durability

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