Many reinforced concrete structures have been built in Switzerland and Central Europe since the 1960s. Time leaves its mark: chemical changes in the concrete may result in steel corrosion. Researchers ...

Structural steel is a common choice for many industries, including concrete, buildings, architecture, construction, and infrastructure. Corrosion can cause safety issues like instability and other ...

The foundation of any safe construction lies in its structural components, among which steel plays an indispensable role. It ...

Corrosion and coating mechanics are critical areas of study in structural applications ... of elevated temperatures on the critical load of steel plates coated with epoxy-polyester powder was ...

In the quest for stronger, more resilient buildings and infrastructure, engineers are turning to innovative solutions, such as concrete-filled steel tube columns (CFST) strengthened with carbon ...