Corrosion and Protection of Reinforced Concrete

This book discusses the deterioration of reinforced concrete, including corrosion of steel reinforcement, and the causes of deterioration. It outlines condition survey and diagnosis techniques, mechanical methods of protection and repair, and preventative measures. It is a valuable resource for asset managers, port engineers, bridge maintenance managers, building managers, heritage structure engineers, plant engineers, consulting engineers, architects, specialist contractors, and construction material suppliers.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 402 pages
Publication date: 30 September 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Reinforced concrete is the most widely used construction material in the world, and extended performance is rightly expected. Many structures are in aggressive environments, of critical importance, and may be irreplaceable, so repair and protection are vital. This book surveys the deterioration of concrete, particularly corrosion of the steel reinforcement, and the various chemical, biological, physical, and mechanical causes of deterioration. It outlines condition survey and diagnosis techniques by on-site and laboratory measurements. It sets out mechanical methods of protection and repair, such as patching, inhibitors, coatings, penetrants, and structural strengthening, as well as cathodic protection and other electrochemical methods. This book also gives guidance on preventative measures, including concrete technology and construction considerations, coatings and penetrants, alternate reinforcement, permanent corrosion monitoring, and durability planning aspects.

Asset managers, port engineers, bridge maintenance managers, building managers, heritage structure engineers, plant engineers, consulting engineers, architects, specialist contractors, and construction material suppliers who have the task of resolving problems of corrosion of steel reinforced concrete elements will find this book an extremely useful resource. It will also be a valuable reference for students at postgraduate level.

Authors:

The late Professor Brian Cherry of Monash University, Melbourne, Australia, was one of the world's leading corrosion science and engineering educators and researchers.

Warren Green of Vinsi Partners, Sydney, Australia, is a corrosion engineer and materials scientist. He is also an Adjunct Associate Professor.

Weight: 612g
Dimension: 155 x 233 x 29 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367517618