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Early corrosion detection in structural carbon steels using electromagnetic sensors

  • F. Rumiche
  • , J. E. Indacochea
  • , M. L. Wang
  • University of Illinois at Chicago

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Abstract

The capability and sensitivity of an electromagnetic (EM) sensor to be used as a non destructive evaluation (NDE) technique to detect and monitor corrosion in structural steels has been evaluated. Three structural carbon steels: AISI 1018, AISI 1045, and Stress Proof, were used for the study. The effect of corrosion on the magnetic properties of the steels was evaluated. Correlation curves and equations relating mass loss due to corrosion at early stages and magnetic property are presented. Based on the results it is established that the EM sensor has the potential to be used as a reliable NDE tool to detect corrosion at early stages based on the variation in magnetic saturation. These results are used to estimate and monitor the degree of damage in terms of mass loss.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationSmart Structures and Materials 2006 - Sensors and Smart Structures Technologies for Civil, Mechanical, and Aerospace Systems
DOIs
StatePublished - 2006
Externally publishedYes
EventSmart Structures and Materials 2006 - Sensors and Smart Structures Technologies for Civil, Mechanical, and Aerospace Systems - San Diego, CA, United States
Duration: 27 Feb 20062 Mar 2006

Publication series

NameProceedings of SPIE - The International Society for Optical Engineering
Volume6174 I
ISSN (Print)0277-786X

Conference

ConferenceSmart Structures and Materials 2006 - Sensors and Smart Structures Technologies for Civil, Mechanical, and Aerospace Systems
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CitySan Diego, CA
Period27/02/062/03/06

Keywords

  • Carbon steel
  • Corrosion detection
  • Electromagnetic sensor
  • Magnetic properties

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