A multi-phase-field framework for non-uniform corrosion and corrosion-induced concrete cracking

X Fang, Z Pan, R Ma - Computer Methods in Applied Mechanics and …, 2023 - Elsevier
Predicting the failure of reinforced concrete structures due to rebar corrosion is significant in
maintaining the service life of concrete structures. This paper presents a multi-phase-field …

Simulation and analysis of rust expansion cracking of reinforced concrete

W Xu, C Zhang, Y Li - Construction and Building Materials, 2024 - Elsevier
Reinforced concrete is used in complex environment, and the damage of concrete protective
layer caused by steel corrosion will seriously reduce the durability of the structure. In order to …

Quantitative characterization of reinforcement cross-sectional roughness and prediction of cover cracking based on machine learning under the influence of pitting …

C Jiang, X Zhang, P Lun, SA Memon, Q Luo, H Sun… - Measurement, 2023 - Elsevier
The roughness characteristics caused by pitting corrosion on the reinforcement surface have
an important influence on cover cracking. This study proposes two new indicators, R MPC …

The Influence of Corrosion Processes on the Degradation of Concrete Cover

Z Szweda, A Skórkowski, P Konečný - Materials, 2024 - mdpi.com
In this work, two methods were used to accelerate the corrosion of concrete. In the first
method, chloride ions were injected into the concrete using the migration method. The …

Cause Investigation of Fractures in the Anti-Arc Portion of the Gravity Dam's Overflow and the Top of the Substation Tunnel

W Liang, L Leng, H Tian, X Tian, C Zhang - Buildings, 2023 - mdpi.com
Clarifying the origins of fractures and adopting acceptable repair plans are crucial for the
design, maintenance, and safe operation of concrete gravity dams. In this research …

Cause Analysis on Cracks in the Top of the Substation Tunnel and the Anti-Arc Section in the Overflow Dam Section of the Gravity Dam

L Wenwen, L Lingye, H Tian, X Tian… - Available at SSRN … - papers.ssrn.com
Cracks in a concrete gravity dam seriously endanger the safety of the structure, so it is very
important for the design, repair, and safe operation of the dam to clarify the causes of cracks …

Cracking in reinforced concrete cross-sections due to non-uniformly distributed corrosion

M German, J Pamin - Materials, 2023 - mdpi.com
Corrosion affecting reinforced concrete (RC) structures generates safety and economical
problems. This paper is focused on the simulation of corrosion-induced fractures in concrete …