An investigation on corrosion protection layers in pipelines transporting hydrocarbons

Chemical reactions between carbon steel, water and chemical species produce corrosion layers (scales) on the internal surface of pipelines transporting hydrocarbons. Scales act as a diffusion barrier and prevent the progress of corrosion, a dangerous failure initiator. The protective film (10-100...

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Main Authors: Giovanna Gabetta, Bernardo Molinas
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Gruppo Italiano Frattura 2014-10-01
Series:Frattura ed Integrità Strutturale
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Online Access:http://www.gruppofrattura.it/pdf/rivista/numero30/numero_30_art_5.pdf