ISO 16837 specifies a test for damage qualification of reinforced concrete beams in services as bridges, docks, and buildings.
Acoustic emission testing as mentioned in ISO 16837 helps arrive at damage qualification of reinforced concrete beams.
ISO 16837 on acoustic emission testing is useful for
Kaiser effect specified in ISO 16837 allows to examine the absence of detectable acoustic emissions until the previously applied stress level is exceeded.
Load ratio and calm ratio included in ISO 16837 makes it convenient for the manufacturers and/or the acoustic testing agencies to assess the damage qualification.
BSI recommends this version of standard for organisations operating in or with the UK. The ISO edition is available here if required.