Electrochemical Impedance Spectroscopy for Concrete and Load Testing

Description:

Battelle Energy Alliance (BEA), the prime operating contractor for the Department of Energy (DOE) at the Idaho National Laboratory (INL), has developed a method of using electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS) to characterize the quality of concrete. Electrochemical impedance spectroscopy techniques developed at the INL allow for monitoring of the cement curing process, as well as monitoring of the long-term performance of cement structures. The process provides a simple, non-destructive, and inexpensive method to determine the relative permeability, stability, and durability of cementatious systems. In addition to providing a valuable technique for the construction industry, this work could also facilitate the implementation of jet grouting and other in situ grouting techniques for waste remediation.

Interested parties should submit an expression of interest by e-mail to the business contact listed below within 30 days of this notice. 

Point of Contact:

Business / David Anderson / 208-526-0837 / [email protected]

Technical / Gretchen Matthern  / 208-526-8747 / [email protected]