Improving Reinforced Concrete Simulation by Real-Time Data and Computational Approach for Quantitative Corrosion Profiling

Abstract:

In accordance with the guidelines set forth by ASTM C876, the utilisation of the standard half-cell potential unit for measuring corrosion potential on reinforced concrete is deemed a fundamental requirement. Therefore, researchers established particular emphasis on the development of techniques within this framework to advance the outcomes of corrosion assessments in reinforced concrete. The current study utilises embedded reference electrodes to obtain instantaneous potential measurements on the concrete reinforcement. The computational boundary element method is employed for the purpose of simulating the potential distribution that arises on the concrete reinforcement by using embedded reference electrode. Simulation results in real-time potential data improved reinforced concrete corrosion investigation. Reliable disposable embedded reference electrodes were employed for real-time reinforced concrete corrosion modeling and BEM can analyse quantitative corrosion profiles. Thus, it can be deduced that the technique that was proposed shows the potential to enhance the effectiveness of inquiries associated to the identification of corrosion in reinforced concrete.

• Periodical: Key Engineering Materials (Volume 1010)
• Pages: 85-92
• DOI: https://doi.org/10.4028/p-Uz6hHf
• Online since: March 2025
• Authors: Muhammad Ihsan, Syarizal Fonna*, Syifaul Huzni, Nurul Islami, Sagir Alva, Ahmad Kamal Ariffin
• Keywords: Embedded Reference Electrode, Half-Cell Potential Mapping, Real-Time Potential Data, Reinforced Concrete Corrosion

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