The use of stainless steel reinforcements, of austenitic or duplex type, throughout the structure or only in some of its elements that will be exposed to aggressive environments, especially with the presence of chloride ions, greatly improves the durability of the structure, which is an alternative that is receiving more and more consideration despite its high initial cost compared to carbon steel. The study will understand the structural and corrosion behavior of welded joints of stainless steel reinforcements, as well as assessing their resistance to corrosion by performing electrochemical measurements to determine the corrosion rate. National & International Students can apply. Position open until filled. For further details, please contact Dr. David M. Bastidas
