ACA Updates

Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, And Big Data For Corrosion Control – Quo Vadis?

The current era has seen amazing, paradigm shifting scientific developments. We now know that the size of small molecule and materials spaces is for all practical purposes, infinite...

An Overview And Discussion On Challenges And Future Perspectives Of Corrosion Engineering In The Emerging Renewable Energy Age

Concrete Impressed Current Cathodic Protection In A Black Rust Environment

Cathodic protection has been a widely used technique to control corrosion of steel...

Silicosis And Worker Safety In Surface Preparation Abrasive Choice

The "new asbestosis" theme is at fever pitch on social and professional work platforms -instigated by some for discerning interests, the risk of operator terminal illness caused from silicosis by cut stone and gem stone, is front of mind.

Advances In Insulation Coatings

One definition of sustainability is “the avoidance of the depletion of natural resources in order to maintain an ecological balance”.

Sustainable Long-Term Repair Of Reinforced Concrete Structures

As an alternative to the unsustainable practice of demolition and replacement, a viable option is to repair and protect the severely deteriorated structure utilizing galvanic encasements or jackets that both structurally upgrade and cathodically protect the structure.

Vale Mike Rutherford

Vale Mike Rutherford! On behalf of Mikes wife Donna, we are saddened to announce the passing of Mr Mike Rutherford yesterday, in Brisbane.

End of Year Message from the ACA President

In his year-end address, Isaac Isakovich Castillo, President of the Australasian Corrosion Association (ACA), expresses deep appreciation to members for their unwavering dedication.

Electrochemistry, Corrosion And Data Analytics: A Pathway To Education And Better Asset Integrity

The significance of materials degradation rate and its ensuing repercussions has played a paramount role in human progress.

Sustainable Solutions To Reduce The Burden Of Fabric Maintenance

Fabric Maintenance (FM) refers to any type of asset structural maintenance that does not involve mechanical and electrical works, therefore it typically includes coatings, passive fire protection, welding, insulation, and other material and surface protection disciplines.

Sustainability Of Structures Through Advanced Coatings: Driving Towards Net Zero Carbon

To achieve sustainability, most governments and corporations have identified three parallel pathways and have each developed their environmental policy, social policy, and governance policy, also known as ESG.

Using Cathodic Protection Principles To Understand The Corrosion Of Galvanic Couples And Triples On Artillery Ammunition Dumped At Sea

A recent inquiry about galvanic corrosion of an estimated 35,000 tonnes of chemical and conventional warfare artillery ammunition dumped on a Belgian sandbank immediately after WWI revealed numerous analogies with various phenomena encountered in cathodic protection.

From Experimental And Computational Inhibitor Screening To Advanced Characterization Of Active Protective Coatings

The research on active coatings for corrosion protection has recently witnessed a surge, driven by the non-negotiable solutions required to meet enhanced industrial needs as well as strict health and safety regulations.

Corrosion Of Rock Art In Western Australia: Alteration Of Pigments And Weathering Of Engraved Rocks

As weathering of the exposed parent rock proceeds, the tonal contrast between the weathered patina and the substrate diminishes...

Non-destructive Testing Techniques For Detection Of Cui – Corrosion Under Insulation

Any strategy should be structured, robust and appropriate for inspecting pipework, vessels, towers and other insulated components to detect CUI.