DFG research group 537: Modelling of reinforcement corrosion - Validation of corrosion model

S. Von Greve-Dierfeld, C. Gehlen, K. Menzel

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Abstract

Corrosion of steel reinforcement in concrete is substantially governed by macro cell activity whereas the effective range of cathodic areas is strongly dependent on the electrolytic resistivity. As the corrosion rate depends on the effective cathode to anode area ratio, electrolytic resistivity influences the corrosion rate of anodic spots and must be one of the main parameters in modelling the corrosion process. This paper focuses on concrete resistivity only and is based on a series of measurements performed during the latest four years from exposure tests. Herein the factorial approach for calculating electrolytic resistivity will be introduced followed by the validation of a factorial approach for the probabilistic calculation of electrolytic resistivity. The factorial approach is one part of the corrosion model which predicts values in regard to corrosion current.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationConcrete Repair, Rehabilitation and Retrofitting II - Proceedings of the 2nd International Conference on Concrete Repair, Rehabilitation and Retrofitting, ICCRRR
Pages179-180
Number of pages2
StatePublished - 2009
Externally publishedYes
Event2nd International Conference on Concrete Repair, Rehabilitation and Retrofitting, ICCRRR 2008 - Cape Town, South Africa
Duration: 24 Nov 200826 Nov 2008

Publication series

NameConcrete Repair, Rehabilitation and Retrofitting II - Proceedings of the 2nd International Conference on Concrete Repair, Rehabilitation and Retrofitting, ICCRRR

Conference

Conference2nd International Conference on Concrete Repair, Rehabilitation and Retrofitting, ICCRRR 2008
Country/TerritorySouth Africa
CityCape Town
Period24/11/0826/11/08

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