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Exploration of the Influence of Microbe Availability on MIC of Steel Marine Fouling Environments

Product Number: 51319-13461-SG
Author: Samanbar Permeh
Publication Date: 2019
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Anomalous localized corrosion of submerged steel H-piles was detected in a Florida bridge spanning over a brackish river. Microbiological and chemical analysis of the waters samples showed high population of sulfate reducing bacteria (SRB) and high concentration of sulfate ions. The steel piles had noticeable heavy marine growth which were thought to have an effect on corrosion process by supporting biofilm development creating localized corrosion and differential aeration cells. As part of ongoing research to identify the role of physical properties of macrofouling on the aggravation of microbiologically influences corrosion(MIC) of submerged steel bridge the objective of the work presented here was to identify the influence of microbe availability to promote SRB proliferation under occluded and porous fouling spaces and development of MIC there. Both laboratory and field exposure tests were conducted. Laboratory experiments were carried out in nutrient-rich environments inoculated with SRB with both occluded and porous crevice conditions characteristic of hard and soft marine fouling. Field exposure tests included long term exposure of steel coupons subjected to varying submersion depths in the river at the Florida bridge site. Electrochemical tests included the measurement of open circuit potential (OCP) linear polarization resistance (LPR) and electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS). It was confirmed that SRB proliferation can occur as the macroorganism can accommodate different environmental condition. Occurrence of severe corrosion conditions was shown to be possible in the presence of macrofoulers and SRB.

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Exploring CO2 Annular Corrosion In Flexible Pipes At Different Pressures

Product Number: 51321-16796-SG
Author: Maira Eleni Mitzithra; John Rothwell; Shiladitya Paul; Fabricio Pinheiro dos Santos
Publication Date: 2021
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Extended Connectivity of Zinc Pigments to Provide Enhanced Galvanic Coupling by Partial Replacement with Nanoparticles

Product Number: 51319-13470-SG
Author: Saiada Fuadi Fancy
Publication Date: 2019
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Coatings are widely used to mitigate corrosion of highway steel bridges in aggressive exposure environments. Zinc-rich-primer three-coat (ZRP) systems have been used since the 1980’s. However coating failure of ZRP has been identified within 15 years of application well short of typical 75 year bridge design service life. Most of the reported coating failure included corrosion undercutting blistering and delamination. Partial replacement of zinc pigments with nanoparticles in ZRP coating systems have been shown to provide beneficial physical chemical and mechanical properties. These enhanced qualities may provide enhanced performance to mitigate premature coating failure. Earlier research showed that the nanoparticle enriched primer provided comparable corrosion resistance in aggressive environments as conventional three-coat systems. Nonetheless coating performance can be compromised by inappropriate surface preparation before coating application. Exposure to high humidity and surface contaminants (hygroscopic salt) as well as noncompliance to proper anchor profile requirements can initiate coating failure. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effect of surface preparation with varying surface contaminants on the corrosion performance of a nanoparticle enriched zinc rich epoxy coating (NPE-ZRP) system. Adverse environmental condition exposure to different level of humidity (5% 75% and 100% RH) water immersion and salt contamination were incorporated before the coating application. After adverse exposure NPE-ZRP coating and a traditional ZRP coating (as a reference) were applied over the coupons. Cyclic testing in alternate wet/dry exposure was done for ~5 months. Coating and corrosion behavior was analyzed during the wet exposure of the cyclic testing by Open Circuit Potential (OPC) Linear Polarization Resistance (LPR) and electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS). Physical parameters such as changes in coating thickness pull-off strength and cross-sectional micro-graphic analysis were also assessed to elucidate the extent of coating degradation.