Abstract
The passivation ability of steels with low chromium contents (4% and 6%) in a solution representative of carbonated-cured concrete matrices was compared to conventional carbon steel rebars. Samples were investigated through multiple electrochemical methods, and the passive film was evaluated using x-ray photoelectron spectroscopy. Results showed that carbon steel rebars are vulnerable to corroding in carbonated-cured pore solutions, while the low chromium steels showed spontaneous, rapid and effective passivation. The study demonstrated the possibility of producing tailored low chromium steels as a durable alternative to carbon steel while being more affordable than stainless steel, contributing to more sustainable, innovative reinforced concretes.
| Original language | British English |
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| Article number | 136361 |
| Journal | Construction and Building Materials |
| Volume | 429 |
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| State | Published - 24 May 2024 |
UN SDGs
This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
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SDG 13 Climate Action
Keywords
- Carbon Capture and Storage
- Corrosion
- Passivation
- Reinforced concrete
- Sustainability
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