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- Title
Sacrificial anode materials to protect marine grade steel structures: a review.
- Authors
Vaira Vignesh, Ramalingam; Sathiya, P.
- Abstract
Marine structures are constantly exposed to the corrosive effects of seawater, making effective corrosion protection crucial for their longevity and performance. Sacrificial anodes, commonly made of zinc, aluminum, or magnesium alloys, are widely employed to mitigate corrosion by sacrificing themselves to protect the steel structures. However, the selection and implementation of sacrificial anode materials present various challenges that need to be addressed. This paper explores the challenges associated with sacrificial anode materials for steel structures and provides potential solutions. To overcome these challenges, the paper proposes solutions such as using advanced alloy compositions, protective coatings, hybrid anode systems, and improved design considerations. Furthermore, the importance of monitoring techniques to assess the performance and remaining lifespan of sacrificial anodes is emphasized. Several case studies and experimental findings are discussed to illustrate the effectiveness and limitations of sacrificial anode materials based on zinc alloys, aluminum alloys, and magnesium alloys. The paper highlights the need for ongoing research and development efforts to address the evolving demands of corrosion protection in marine environments.
- Subjects
ZINC alloys; OFFSHORE structures; PROTECTIVE coatings; MARINE resources conservation; ENVIRONMENTAL protection; ALUMINUM-magnesium alloys; ALUMINUM alloys; MAGNESIUM alloys; ANODES
- Publication
Corrosion Reviews, 2024, Vol 42, Issue 3, p303
- ISSN
0334-6005
- Publication type
Article
- DOI
10.1515/corrrev-2023-0099