14 - Durability Maintenance and Retrofitting
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Practice Questions
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What is the main purpose of durability maintenance?
💡 Hint: Think about what happens when maintenance is neglected.
Name one retrofitting technique used for concrete structures.
💡 Hint: Consider methods that protect the surface of concrete.
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What is the purpose of retrofitting techniques?
💡 Hint: Think about ways to make old structures more durable.
True or False: Predictive maintenance involves using technology to predict when repairs are necessary.
💡 Hint: Consider the role of sensors in maintenance.
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A city is experiencing accelerated deterioration of its concrete bridges due to chloride exposure. Propose a comprehensive retrofitting strategy and include at least two techniques that should be implemented.
💡 Hint: Think about how exposure conditions influence the choice of methods.
Discuss the potential impacts of failing to implement predictive maintenance systems in critical infrastructure. Suggest alternative methods for monitoring.
💡 Hint: Consider the trade-offs between technology and traditional methods.
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