Models for reliability assessment of reinforced concrete structures in corrosive environments in conditions of a changing climate

Dimitry V Val, Mark G. Stewart

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Abstract

Reinforced concrete (RC) structures deteriorate with time and corrosion of reinforcing steel is one of the main causes for that. In the paper a framework for reliability-based assessment of durability of RC concrete structures in corrosive environments will be briefly described. Existing models for corrosion initiation, corrosion-induced cracking, and effects of corrosion on stiffness and strength of RC members will be considered. Special attention will be paid to the effects of a changing climate on corrosion risks to RC structures.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationComputational Plasticity XII: Fundamentals and Applications - Proceedings of the 12th International Conference on Computational Plasticity - Fundamentals and Applications, COMPLAS 2013
Pages563-574
Number of pages12
Publication statusPublished - 1 Dec 2013
Event12th International Conference on Computational Plasticity: Fundamentals and Applications - Barcelona, United Kingdom
Duration: 3 Sept 20135 Sept 2013

Conference

Conference12th International Conference on Computational Plasticity: Fundamentals and Applications
Abbreviated titleCOMPLAS 2013
Country/TerritoryUnited Kingdom
CityBarcelona
Period3/09/135/09/13

Keywords

  • Climate change
  • Corrosion
  • Reinforced concrete
  • Reliability

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Polymers and Plastics

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