Cathodic Protection of Steel in Concrete (Electronic book text)

The corrosion of the steel reinforcement in concrete caused by chloride intrusion is a problem affecting thousands of concrete structures throughout the world. Cathodic protection is highly regarded as one of the most cost-effective techniques for its treatment and its use continues to grow worldwide. Cathodic Protection of Steel in Concrete provides a comprehensive summary of the electrochemical techniques for treating steel corrosion to date. It contains an examination of the causes of corrosion and its accelerating rate and describes assessment methods. The practical techniques used to design a cathodic protection system are described as well as an assessment of the different types of anodes and power supplies available, their advantages and limitations. The different techniques for judging the effectiveness of cathodic protection are compared and its economic benefits are examined in comparison with other available techniques. The application of cathodic protection to new structures is described and the book is illustrated throughout with practical examples. This is an essential guide for the engineer who wishes to understand and utilize this important technology.