Uso da termografia para o diagnóstico de patologias em Alvenaria: estudo de caso

Abstract

The evaluations of the conditions of conservation and the detection of pathologies in buildings are of great importance, since the pathologies result in the degradation of materials, the structure of the buildings, compromises the integrity of the building and the safety of the users. Many pathologies in buildings are due to the presence of moisture, which compromises its performance with regard to durability, mechanical strength, tightness and healthiness. The use of non-destructive testing (NDT) for the detection, characterization and prevention of pathological manifestations has important results. Infrared Thermography is a technique used for the inspection and execution of non-destructive tests on building elements. Thus, this study aimed to evaluate the efficiency of infrared thermography for the identification of pathological manifestations in masonry. One of the masonry of the façade was evaluated, a building located in Belo Horizonte in the State of Minas Gerais, visually and with the use of infrared thermography to identify the possible pathological manifestations that might be present.