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Measuring Concrete Strains Using Digital Image Correlation

This document discusses measuring concrete strains using digital image correlation (DIC). It describes how DIC employs image tracking and registration techniques to measure full-field displacement and strains. The objectives are to utilize DIC on sample concrete images using Optecal software. DIC provides benefits over conventional strain gages by mapping complete strain distributions in colored images rather than just local data. The methodology section outlines the DIC process including setting regions of interest, defining analysis parameters, running the analysis, and post-processing results.

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Measuring Concrete Strains Using Digital Image Correlation

This document discusses measuring concrete strains using digital image correlation (DIC). It describes how DIC employs image tracking and registration techniques to measure full-field displacement and strains. The objectives are to utilize DIC on sample concrete images using Optecal software. DIC provides benefits over conventional strain gages by mapping complete strain distributions in colored images rather than just local data. The methodology section outlines the DIC process including setting regions of interest, defining analysis parameters, running the analysis, and post-processing results.

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MEASURING CONCRETE STRAINS USING DIGITAL

IMAGE CORRELATION (DIC)

STUDENT NAME: Jancorda, Kemuel A.


STUDENT NUMBER: 11771704
COURSE CODE: CIV815M/D
COURSE: Advanced Concrete Mechanics
PROFESSOR: Dr. Rodolfo Mendoza Jr.
Introduction

Digital image correlation is an optical method that employs tracking and image registration
techniques for accurate 2D and 3D measurements of changes in images. This method is often
used to measure full-field displacement and strains, and it is widely applied in many areas of
science and engineering.

Objectives of the Study

To utilize digital image correlation on sample images of a concrete using Optecal software

Significance

In utilizing in concrete experiments, the strains gathered during mechanical tests are in
colored maps which show its complete distribution unlike in conventional strain gages which
provide local data only.

Methodology

1. Setting up project properties

a. Converting raw images into experimental images

Purpose of coverting is to correct distortion depending on camera used and its lens.
If no alterations were made, original images may be loaded immediately in
experimental images tab.

Raw and Experimental Images Tab


b. Specifying regions of interest

There are 4 types of selection.


• Rectangular selection
• Circular selection
• Rectangular deselection
• Circular deselection

c. Scale definition

Pixel/mm ratio is calculated using the


measure button to calculate number of
Region of Interest Drawing Tools
pixels in one dimension over its
actual measurement.

Workspace showing application of selection tools

2. Running an analysis

a. Subset parameters

There are 2 subset parameters, its size and spacing. Subset size is defined in order
to compare the subsets with other images. A good selection of the size will dictate the
accuracy of results of the colored map. Larger subsets are good in poor quality pictures
and smaller subsets in high quality pictures. Another parameter is subset spacing. It
is defined as distance between two overlapping subsets. The subsets must be
overlapping as it will define the resolution of the results. Smaller spacing tends the
subsets to be identical. A good selection of subset spacing is a must to reduce running
time of analysis and maintain quality of results.
b. Seed

A seed is defined as the source of algorithm for the subsets. Defining seeds
is critical as predicting where the large cracks will occur. Splitting of specimen must
be consider as it will require another seed. Also, seed is must not be defined in the
cracks as it will fail results.

Workspace showing seeds and its location

Run Analysis Tab

c. Run analysis

In running the analysis, the user may opt to use all the capacity of the CPU but
computer may not be responsive in this state. In analyzing high strain experiments,
there is also a check box which performs the analysis.

3. Post processing

a. Virtual strain gage and extensometer

These tools provide results in user specified locations in strains and


deformations, respectively. The user may opt to create data tables of the results
in .csv file.
Results

The expected outcomes of the analysis are full distribution of strains of the specimen. It
is represented in full-resolution colored maps in image or video and data tables.

Sample colored map by Optecal

Conclusion

Digital image correlation is a powerful tool for concrete experiments. Unlike measurements
taken using extensometers and strain gages, DIC provides both local and average data of the
strains as well as the full strain state of the concrete specimen which can be exported into images
and videos.

References

All raw and experimental images used are from Optecal.

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