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How to inspect and analyze the damage:
a. Visual inspection
b. Tapping and sounding
.
c. Infrared scanning
d. Metal detection
e. Laboratory analysis
Find the cause of the problem!
Besides the above, the review of the history of
the structure, the available drawings and
documentation is most important. The time spent
on research has been invaluable in successful
projects. The study of construction documents
will reveal some causes of existing failures. Bear
in mind that often the actual installation does not
correspond with the drawings
.