TY - JOUR A1 - Costabel, S. A1 - Hiller, Thomas A1 - Dlugosch, R. A1 - Kruschwitz, Sabine A1 - Müller Petke, M. T1 - Evaluation of single-sided nuclear magnetic resonance technology for usage in geosciences N2 - Because of its mobility and ability to investigate exposed surfaces, single-sided (SiS) nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) technology enables new application fields in geosciences. To test and assess its corresponding potential, we compare longitudinal (T1) and transverse (T2) data measured by SiS NMR with those of conventional geoscientific laboratory NMR. We use reference sandstone samples covering a broad range of pore sizes. Our study demonstrates that the lower signal-to-noise ratio of SiS NMR data generally tends to slightly overestimated widths of relaxation time distributions and consequently pore size distributions. While SiS and conventional NMR produce very similar T1 relaxation data, unbiased SiS NMR results for T2 measurements can only be expected for fine material, i.e. clayey or silty sediments and soils with main relaxation times below 0.05s. This limit is given by the diffusion relaxation rate due to the gradient in the primary magnetic field associated with the SiS NMR. Above that limit, i.e. for coarse material, the relaxation data is strongly attenuated. If considering the diffusion relaxation time of 0.2 s in the numerical data inversion process, the information content >0.2s is blurred over a range larger than that of conventional NMR. However, our results show that principle range and magnitudes of the relaxation time distributions are reconstructed to some extent. Regarding these findings, SiS NMR can be helpful to solve geoscientific issues, e.g. to assess the hydro-mechanical properties of the walls of underground facilities or to provide local soil moisture data sets for calibrating indirect remote techniques on the regional scale. The greatest opportunity provided by the SiS NMR technology is the acquisition of profile relaxation data for rocks with significant bedding structures at the µm scale. With this unique feature, SiS NMR can support the understanding and modeling of hydraulic and diffusional anisotropy behavior of sedimentary rocks. KW - Single-sided NMR KW - Geosciences KW - Nuclear magnetic resonance PY - 2022 UR - https://nbn-resolving.org/urn:nbn:de:kobv:b43-561676 DO - https://doi.org/10.1088/1361-6501/ac9800 SN - 0957-0233 VL - 34 IS - 1 SP - 1 EP - 13 PB - IOP Publishing AN - OPUS4-56167 LA - eng AD - Bundesanstalt fuer Materialforschung und -pruefung (BAM), Berlin, Germany ER - TY - CONF A1 - Munsch, Sarah Mandy A1 - Bintz, Thilo A1 - Heyn, R. A1 - Hirsch, H. A1 - Grunewald, J. A1 - Kruschwitz, Sabine T1 - Detailed investigation of capillary active insulation materials by 1H nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) and thermogravimetric drying N2 - Capillary active interior insulation materials are an important approach to minimize energy losses of historical buildings. A key factor for their performance is a high liquid conductivity, which enables redistribution of liquid moisture within the material. We set up an experiment to investigate the development of moisture profiles within two different interior insulation materials, calcium-silicate (CaSi) and expanded perlite (EP), under constant boundary conditions. The moisture profiles were determined by two different methods: simple destructive sample slicing with subsequent thermogravimetric drying as well as non-destructive NMR measurements with high spatial resolution. The moisture profiles obtained from both methods show good agreement, when compared at the low spatial resolution of sample slicing, which demonstrates the reliability of this method. Moreover, the measured T2-relaxation-time distributions across the sample depth were measured, which may give further insight into the saturation degree of the different pore sizes. In order to explain differences in the moisture profiles between CaSi and EP, we determined their pore-size distribution with different methods: conversion of the NMR T2 relaxationtime distribution at full saturation, mercury intrusion porosimetry and indirect determination from pressure plate measurements. CaSi shows a unimodal distribution at small pore diameters, while in EP, a bi-modal or wider distribution was found. We assume that the smaller pore diameters of CaSi lead to a higher capillary conductivity, which causes a more distributed moisture profile in comparison with that of EP. T2 - NDT-CE CY - Zurich, Switzerland DA - 16.08.2022 KW - Insulation material KW - Nuclear magnetic resonance KW - Capillary conductivity KW - Pore-size distribution PY - 2022 UR - https://nbn-resolving.org/urn:nbn:de:kobv:b43-579172 DO - https://doi.org/10.58286/27205 SN - 1435-4934 VL - 27 IS - 9 SP - 1 EP - 11 AN - OPUS4-57917 LA - eng AD - Bundesanstalt fuer Materialforschung und -pruefung (BAM), Berlin, Germany ER - TY - CONF A1 - Munsch, Sarah Mandy A1 - Telong, Melissa A1 - Grobla, Lili A1 - Schumacher, Katrin A1 - Völker, Christoph A1 - Yared, Kaleb A1 - Kruschwitz, Sabine ED - Ferrara, Liberato ED - Muciaccia, Giovanni ED - di Summa, Davide T1 - Study on the Predictability of Carbonation Resistance of Cementitous Materials Based on NMR Features and the Use of SLAMD N2 - This study explores the acceleration of material design in the concrete industry, focusing on improving carbonation resistance, a key factor in the durability of concrete structures. Traditional tests for carbonation resistance are lengthy, but with the construction industry aiming for sustainable production, finding a balance between carbonation resistance and CO2 footprint is crucial. Our research employs two innovative methods: 1. Applying the Sequential Learning App for Materials Discovery (SLAMD), an AI materials design framework, to an extensive dataset of real-world concrete compositions to selectively test materials that meet market demands: maximum durability, optimal eco-durability, and the best cost-durability trade-off. 2. Investigating 1H Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) relaxometry as a quick alternative for characterizing carbonation behavior, as it saves time compared to traditional tests and assesses the complete material’s pore space. Specific NMR features are then integrated into the material design model, with the model’s performance compared against traditional approaches. The results of our study are compelling, demonstrating that materials can be precisely tailored to meet specific requirements with minimal data points. This marks a significant stride in the concrete industry, indicating thatNMR-based, lowfidelity surrogate characterizations, combined with a focused, data-driven design approach, can substantially accelerate the development of durable, sustainable concrete mixtures. T2 - 4 RILEM Spring Convention and Conference on advanced construction materials and processes for a carbon neutral society 2024 CY - Milano, Italy DA - 07.04.2024 KW - Nuclear magnetic resonance KW - carbonation resistance KW - cement and concrete KW - SLAMD app KW - predictability PY - 2024 DO - https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-70281-5_49 VL - 2 SP - 435 EP - 442 PB - Springer CY - Cham, Switzerland AN - OPUS4-61692 LA - eng AD - Bundesanstalt fuer Materialforschung und -pruefung (BAM), Berlin, Germany ER - TY - CONF A1 - Kruschwitz, Sabine T1 - Non-destructive testing application examples using the NMR core-analyzing tomograph N2 - Nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) with focus on 1H protons is increasingly applied for non-destructive testing applications. Besides mobile NMR, laboratory devices such as the NMR core-analyzing tomograph are used. As their magnetic field is more homogeneous, they enable measurements with higher signal-to-noise ratios (SNR), but with limited sample sizes. The tomograph presented here (8.9 MHz) was constructed for a maximum sample diameter of 70 mm and length of up to 1 m. The resolution, the echo time (min. 50 µs), the SNR and the measurement type can be adjusted by means of exchangable coils. The tomograph enables measurements along the complete sensitive length, slice-selective and even 2- or 3-dimensional measurements. A movable sample lifting system thereby allows a precise positioning of the sample. T2 - Magnetic Resonance in Porous Medie (MRPM) 2022 CY - Online meeting DA - 21.08.2022 KW - Spalling KW - Nuclear magnetic resonance KW - Tomography KW - Moisture transport KW - Frost salt attach PY - 2022 AN - OPUS4-55828 LA - eng AD - Bundesanstalt fuer Materialforschung und -pruefung (BAM), Berlin, Germany ER - TY - CONF A1 - Kruschwitz, Sabine A1 - Strangfeld, Christoph A1 - Wöstmann, Jens T1 - Measuring screed moisture with EM methods – a comparison of capacitive handheld and microwave resonator probes N2 - We have compared the performance of the typical Darr and CM moisture testing techniques, which are destructive with several non-destructive testing techniques on two types of floor screeds. In case of cement based screeds these destructive tests failed to deliver reliable results. Moreover, our measurements indicate significantly different drying and moisture transport behavior for the investigated cement based and calcium-sulphate based screeds. Whereas we have strong with depth decreasing moisture gradients in the CT material, we observe in the penetrated volumes of our ndt methods basically no clear moisture gradient in the CA samples. The findings with ndt methods could be supported by moisture gradient studies with nuclear magnetic resonance measurements. T2 - 11th Int. Conference on electromagnetic wave interaction with water and moist substances CY - Florenz, Italy DA - 23.5.2016 KW - Moisture KW - Screed KW - Microwave KW - Nuclear magnetic resonance PY - 2016 SP - 77 EP - 84 AN - OPUS4-36674 LA - eng AD - Bundesanstalt fuer Materialforschung und -pruefung (BAM), Berlin, Germany ER - TY - CONF A1 - Kruschwitz, Sabine T1 - Advanced Applications of 1H NMR Relaxometry in Building Material Characterization N2 - The presentation summarizes the 1H NMR relaxation pinciple for the nondestructive material characterization of building materials. We explain the basic principle of NMR and showcase 3 application cases: 1) Moisture transport and 2) In-situ pore size characteriztaion of buildiing materials and 3) Hydration characteristics of new, more climate friendly cementitious binders and mortars. T2 - NDT-CE 2025 - The International Symposium on Non-Destructive Testing in Civil Engineering CY - Izmir, Turkey DA - 24.09.2025 KW - 1H NMR KW - Nuclear magnetic resonance KW - Moisture transport, pore sizes KW - Building material KW - Nondestructive testing KW - Recycling PY - 2025 AN - OPUS4-64996 LA - eng AD - Bundesanstalt fuer Materialforschung und -pruefung (BAM), Berlin, Germany ER - TY - CONF A1 - Kruschwitz, Sabine A1 - Munsch, Sarah Mandy T1 - Towards Sustainable Cement Compositions: Exploring the Effects of Clinker Substitutes with NMR and Induced Polarization N2 - The reduction of clinker content in cement is a key strategy to lower the CO₂ footprint of the cement industry. In the recently approved composite cements of class CEM II, a significant portion of the clinker (up to 50%) can already be replaced. A promising option in this context is the so-called LC³ (Limestone Calcined Clay Cement), which offers exciting alternatives especially for countries with large clay deposits. To ensure the performance and durability of such binders, understanding hydration processes and the role of the used supplementary cementitious materials (SCMs) is crucial. The authors present findings from two independent studies: a master thesis and a round-robin experiment conducted within a RILEM Technical Committee. Both studies investigate cementitious materials incorporating SCMs using advanced characterization techniques. The master thesis focuses on early hydration processes during the first 100 hours using Nuclear Magnetic Resonance relaxometry (NMR), providing detailed insights into microstructural development, hydrogen bonding, and water mobility. In contrast, the round-robin experiment explores hydration and durability over a longer timeframe of 3 to 91 days using induced polarization (IP) to study bulk conductivity and its changes with age. For all investigated mixtures—including pure Ordinary Portland (CEMI), Portland Limestone Cement (CEM II) including blends with calcined clay and fly ash—heat flow calorimetry serves as a reference method to monitor hydration progress during the early stages. This approach allows a comprehensive understanding of the effects of SCMs on hydration, combining short-term and long-term perspectives while leveraging complementary techniques. Preliminary results demonstrate a significant increase in NMR T₂ relaxation times with the addition of fly ash, accompanied by a strong reduction in the free water component. Concurrently, early IP measurements reveal a steady increase in impedance with sample age, particularly pronounced in mixtures containing calcined clay. These findings underline the potential of NMR and IP to evaluate hydration and durability-related properties in cementitious systems with reduced clinker content. T2 - 85. Jahrestagung der Deutschen Geophysikalischen Gesellschaft CY - Bochum, Germany DA - 24.02.2025 KW - Nuclear magnetic resonance KW - Induced polarization KW - Supplementary cementitious materials PY - 2025 AN - OPUS4-62989 LA - eng AD - Bundesanstalt fuer Materialforschung und -pruefung (BAM), Berlin, Germany ER - TY - JOUR A1 - Kruschwitz, Sabine A1 - Halisch, M. A1 - Dlugosch, R. A1 - Prinz, Carsten T1 - Toward a better understanding of low-frequency electrical relaxation - An enhanced pore space characterization N2 - Relaxation phenomena observed in the electrical low-frequency range (approximately 1 mHz-10 kHz) of natural porous media like sandstones is often assumed to be directly related to the dominant (modal) pore throat sizes measured, for instance, with mercury intrusion porosimetry. Attempts to establish a universally valid relationship between pore size and peak Spectral Induced Polarization (SIP) relaxation time have failed, considering sandstones from very different origins and featuring great variations in textural and chemical compositions as well as in geometrical pore space properties. In addition working with characteristic relaxation times determined in Cole-Cole or Debye decomposition fits to build the relationship have not been successful. In particular, samples with narrow pore throats are often characterized by long SIP relaxation times corresponding to long “characteristic length scales” in these media, assuming that the diffusion coefficients along the electrical double layer were constant. Based on these observations, three different types of SIP relaxation can be distinguished. We present a new way of assessing complex pore spaces of very different sandstones in a multi-methodical approach to combine the benefits of mercury intrusion porosimetry, micro-computed tomography, and nuclear magnetic resonance. In this way, we achieve much deeper insight into the pore space due to the different resolutions and sensitivities of the applied methods to both pore constrictions (throats) and wide pores (pore bodies). We experimentally quantify pore aspect ratios and volume distributions within the two pore regions. We clearly observe systematic differences between three SIP relaxation types identified previously and can attribute the SIP peak relaxation times to measured characteristic length scales within our materials. We highlight selected results for a total of nine sandstones. It seems that SIP relaxation behavior depends on the size difference of the narrow pore throats to the wide pore bodies, which increases from SIP Type 1 to Type 3. KW - µ-CT KW - Spectral induced polarization KW - Nuclear magnetic resonance KW - Pore space PY - 2020 UR - https://nbn-resolving.org/urn:nbn:de:kobv:b43-509763 DO - https://doi.org/10.1190/GEO2019-0074.1 SN - 0016-8033 VL - 85 IS - 4 SP - MR257 EP - MR270 PB - Society of Exploration Geophysicists AN - OPUS4-50976 LA - eng AD - Bundesanstalt fuer Materialforschung und -pruefung (BAM), Berlin, Germany ER - TY - CONF A1 - Kruschwitz, Sabine A1 - Halisch, M. A1 - Prinz, Carsten A1 - Weller, Andreas A1 - Müller-Petke, M. A1 - Dlugosch, R. T1 - Towards a better understanding of electrical relaxation N2 - Other than commonly assumed the relaxation times observed in the electrical low-frequency range (1 mHz – 40 kHz) of natural porous media like sandstones and tuff stones cannot be directly related to the dominant (modal) pore throat sizes, measured (e.g.) with mercury intrusion porosimetry (MIP). Working with a great variety of sandstones from very different origins and featuring great variations in textural and chemical compositions as well as in geometrical pore space properties, it was observed that particularly samples with narrow pore throats were characterized by long (low-frequency) relaxations. These, however, can (following the current theories) be rather explained by long “characteristic length scales” in these media or low diffusion coefficients along the electrical double layer. However, there is no straightforward way (or single approved method) of getting reliable numbers for properties such as the lengths of pore throats, the diameter and length of the wide pores and their respective distributions. Consequently we follow a multi-methodical approach and combine the benefits of MIP, micro-computed tomography (μ-CT) and nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) to achieve much deeper insight due to the different resolutions and sensitivities to either pore constrictions (throats) or wide pores. This helps us to understand, whether the observed electrical relaxation phenomena actually depend on geometric length scales or rather on other properties such as chemical composition, clay content, clay type or cation exchange capacity. In this paper, we showcase selected results of a systematic study of a total of 16 sandstones and three tuffs. Findings and the particular advantage of the used method combination are discussed and shown in detail for a representative sample selection. T2 - Annual Symposium of the Society of Core Analysts (SCA) CY - Vienna, Austria DA - 28.08.2017 KW - Electrical relaxation KW - Complex resistivity KW - Spectral induced polarization KW - Nuclear magnetic resonance KW - Mercury intrusion porosimetry KW - Pore size distribution KW - Sandstone PY - 2017 VL - SCA2017-080 SP - 1 EP - 9 AN - OPUS4-42599 LA - eng AD - Bundesanstalt fuer Materialforschung und -pruefung (BAM), Berlin, Germany ER - TY - CONF A1 - Zhang, Zeyu A1 - Kruschwitz, Sabine A1 - Weller, Andreas A1 - Halisch, M. A1 - Prinz, Carsten T1 - Enhanced pore space analysis by use of μ-CT, MIP, N2 - We investigate the pore space of rock samples with respect to different petrophysical parameters using various methods, which provide data upon pore size distributions, including micro computed tomography (μ-CT), mercury intrusion porosimetry (MIP), nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR), and spectral induced polarization (SIP). The resulting cumulative distributions of pore volume as a function of pore size are compared. Considering that the methods differ with regard to their limits of resolution, a multiple length scale characterization of the pore space geometry is proposed, that is based on a combination of the results from all of these methods. The findings of this approach are compared and discussed by using Bentheimer sandstone. Additionally, we compare the potential of SIP to provide a pore size distribution with other commonly used methods (MIP, NMR). The limits of resolution of SIP depend on the usable frequency range (between 0.002 and 100 Hz). The methods with similar resolution show a similar behavior of the cumulative pore volume distribution in the overlapping pore size range. The methods μ-CT and NMR provide the pore body size while MIP and SIP characterize the pore throat size. Using this difference, the average pore body to throat ratio is determined to be about three for the Bentheimer sandstone. Our study shows that a good agreement between the pore radii distributions can only be achieved if the curves are adjusted considering the resolution and pore volume in the relevant range of pore radii. The MIP curve with the widest range in resolution should be used as reference T2 - Annual Symposium of the Society of Core Analysts 2017 CY - Vienna, Austria DA - 27.08.2017 KW - Spectral induced polarization KW - Mercury intrusion porosimetry KW - µ-CT KW - Nuclear magnetic resonance KW - Bentheimer Sandstone PY - 2017 SP - 086, 1 EP - 086, 8 AN - OPUS4-43082 LA - eng AD - Bundesanstalt fuer Materialforschung und -pruefung (BAM), Berlin, Germany ER -