Corrosion behavior and corrosion products of a low-alloy weathering steel in Qingdao and Wanning

A newly developed low-alloy weathering steel has been exposed in two coastal sites （Qingdao in the north, Wanning in the south） in China for one year. The samples in Wanning corroded far more seriously than those in Qingdao. The rust layer formed on the steel was analyzed by X-ray diffraction （XRD）, scanning electron microscopy （SEM）, N2 adsorption approach, polarization curves, and electrochemical impedance spectroscopy （EIS）. The rust formed in Qingdao contains more X-ray amorphous compounds and is more compact than that formed in Wanning. Cr and Cu are enriched in the rust layer near the steel matrix, and the phenomenon is more obvious in Qingdao than in Wanning. The rust layer formed in Qingdao suppresses the anodic and cathodic reaction more remarkably than that formed in Wanning does. The rust layer formed in Qingdao possesses a higher ability to block the permeation of chloride ions than that formed in Wanning does.

Stress-assisted corrosion mechanism of 3Ni steel by using gradient boosting decision tree machining learning method

Traditional 3Ni weathering steel cannot completely meet the requirements for offshore engineering development,resulting in the design of novel 3Ni steel with the addition of microalloy elements such as Mn or Nb for strength enhancement becoming a trend.The stress-assisted corrosion behavior of a novel designed high-strength 3Ni steel was investigated in the current study using the corrosion big data method.The information on the corrosion process was recorded using the galvanic corrosion current monitoring method.The gradi-ent boosting decision tree(GBDT)machine learning method was used to mine the corrosion mechanism,and the importance of the struc-ture factor was investigated.Field exposure tests were conducted to verify the calculated results using the GBDT method.Results indic-ated that the GBDT method can be effectively used to study the influence of structural factors on the corrosion process of 3Ni steel.Dif-ferent mechanisms for the addition of Mn and Cu to the stress-assisted corrosion of 3Ni steel suggested that Mn and Cu have no obvious effect on the corrosion rate of non-stressed 3Ni steel during the early stage of corrosion.When the corrosion reached a stable state,the in-crease in Mn element content increased the corrosion rate of 3Ni steel,while Cu reduced this rate.In the presence of stress,the increase in Mn element content and Cu addition can inhibit the corrosion process.The corrosion law of outdoor-exposed 3Ni steel is consistent with the law based on corrosion big data technology,verifying the reliability of the big data evaluation method and data prediction model selection.

Some Advances in the Application of Weathering and Cold-Formed Steel in Transmission Tower

Application of weathering and cold-formed steel in transmission lines can reduce steel consumption and environmental pollution. Some advances in the studies on the weathering and cold-formed steel in transmission tower are introduced. Firstly, corrosion-resistant tests of weathering steel samples under different simulating technical atmospheres were carried out separately for 240 hours. It shows that the corrosion degree of joint samples is higher than that of single chip samples, and the corrosion-resistant performance of weathering steel is superior to common carbon steel. The corrosion-resistance of weathering steel meets with the requirement of transmission tower. Secondly, experiments and finite element analysis for cold-formed angles and a 220kV prototype tower were completed, and the stability coeffi-cient fitting curves as well as the modification formulas of slenderness ratio for cold-formed members were determined. According to the structural characteristics of transmission towers, four sections of cold-formed angles with different sections and slenderness ratios were selected in this study. The finite element model well predicted the buckling behav-iour of the cold-formed members. Ultimate loads calculating by the fitting curve were well agreed to the experimental values, especially for the members with small slenderness ratios. Weight of the cold-formed steel tower can be reduced by more than 5 percent after considering the strength enhancement. Cost of the weathering and cold-formed steel transmission tower is nearly equivalent to that of hot-rolled steel tower with hot galvanizing.

CORROSION BEHAVIORS OF THE EXPOSED SIDE AND UNDERSIDE OF LOW ALLOY WEATHERING STEEL IN QINGDAO AND WANNING FOR 18 MONTHS

For 18 months, a newly developed low alloy weathering steel has been exposed in two coastal sites （Qingdao in the north China, Wanning in the south China）. The different corrosion behaviors of the exposed side and the underside of the samples were characterized by X-ray diffraetion （XRD）, polarization curve, electrochemical impedance spectroscopy （EIS）, scanning electron microscopy （SEM）, and N2 adsorption approach. It was found that the samples exhibited higher corrosion rate in Wanning than that in Qingdao. The underside of the samples corrodes more seriously than the exposed side in Qingdao, whereas the result in Wanning is just the reverse. The protection performance of rust layers mainly depends on its compactness and the enrichment of Cu and Cr is a secondary causation. The different compactness of rust layers in the exposed side and the underside originates from different corrosion conditions of the two sides.

Industrial trial of strip-casting weathering steel

Baostrip has chosen a steel-grade weathering steel for industrial trial. By carefully designing the composition and manufacturing process,qualified weathering-steel products have been successfully produced on the Ningbosteel-Baosteel strip casting industrialization demo project( NBS) production line. The industrialized practice of Baostrip shows the following: The surface microstructure of weathering-steel products is polygonal ferrite +pearlite,and that of the center is acicular ferrite. After single-stand on-line hot rolling at a 26% low pressure rate,the thickness tolerance ratio controlled within ± 25 μm reaches 99. 6%. The surface convexity and the wedge can be controlled to | C40 |< 50 μm and | W40 |< 30 μm,respectively. The mechanical properties of the strip are superior,exhibiting a yield strength range of( 430 ± 50) MPa,a tensile strength range of( 550 ± 50) MPa,and an elongation range of( 27 ± 5)%. The corrosion resistance is equivalent to that of current commercial atmospheric corrosion-resistant steels,with a relative corrosion rate of 43%. When used,the weathering steel produced by the strip-casting process meets the strict quality and usage requirements of container steel sheets.

Oxidation Behaviour of Laser Remelted Cr-containing Steels

Laser surface remelting of steels with different Cr contents has been performed by using a CO_2 laser. The results of oxidation tests showed that the effects of laser remelting on the oxidation resistance of Cr-containing steels have close relation to the Cr contents and microstructures of the steels. The re- sistance to high temperature oxidation of 18-8 and HK40 at 1273 K can be obviously improved by laser remelting, whereas laser remelting showed little effect on the oxidation resistance of Fe-6Cr and Cr30 at 1173-1273 K.

Characteristics of Corrosion Product Layer Formed on Weathering Steel Exposed to the Tropical Climate of Vietnam

The weathering steel (Corten B) was exposed to out-door atmosphere of Hanoi (urban site) and Donghoi (marine site). The results showed the protective ability of corrosion product layer formed on weathering steel in the initial stage. The SEM-EDX analysis detected the presence of chromium and copper in the inner layers of corrosion product formed on weathering steel. These elements improved corrosion resistance of corrosion product layers. In addition, the dense α-FeOOH phase were appeared early in corrosion product which is detected by X-ray diffraction and Micro Raman investigations. The results of polarization and EIS measurements also demonstrated the protectiveness of the corrosion product of weathering steel.

Atmospheric corrosion of carbon steel in acid rain by accelerated weathering test

In this work, the accelerated weathering test of immersion-wet-dry combined cycles was carried ont. The artificial acid rain of NaHSO3-(NH4)2SO4-H2SO4 solution system was selected as immersion solution. Acidity of artificial acid rain affected corrossion weight loss of carbon steel, and pH 4.1 was found to be a critical point. Anodic reaction resistance of the samples during accelerated weathering test increased with exposed time by electrochemical measurement.

Electrochemical Performance Study of Rust Layer on Cu-P-RE Weathering Steel

Corrosion rates of 10PCuRE steels with different rate earth contents and plain carbon steel were studied by dry-wet cycle immersion test. The corrosion resistance of rust layer on rare earths weathering steel and carbon steel was studied through the electrochemical means of polarization test and electrochemical impedance spectra. The difference of corrosion resistance of testing steels was analyzed through electrochemical means. The 10PCuRE steels whose rare earths content is smaller than 0.016% have good performance of corrosion resistance because corrosion potential of the steel is positive and resistance of rust layer is large. The results showed that rare earths of proper content could diminish corrosion tendency and promote the formation of the steady and compact rust layer.

Design and evaluation of UHPP steel bridge deck pavement for high-temperature and rainy regions

To enhance the serviceability of steel bridge deck pavement(SBDP)in high-temperature and rainy regions,a concept of rigid bottom and flexible top was summarized using engineering practices,which led to the proposal of a three-layer ultra-high-performance pavement(UHPP).The high-temperature rutting resistance and wet-weather skid resistance of UHPP were evaluated through composite structure tests.The internal temperature distribution within the pavement under typical high-temperature conditions was analyzed using a temperature field model.Additionally,a temperature-stress coupling model was employed to investigate the key load positions and stress response characteristics of the UHPP.The results indicate that compared with the traditional guss asphalt+stone mastic asphalt structure,the dynamic stability of the UHPP composite structure can be improved by up to 20.4%.Even under cyclic loading,UHPP still exhibits superior surface skid resistance compared to two traditional SBDPs.The thickness composition of UHPP significantly impacts its rutting resistance and skid resistance.UHPP exhibits relatively low tensile stress but higher shear stress levels,with the highest shear stress occurring between the UHPP and the steel plate.This suggests that the potential risk of damage for UHPP primarily lies within the interlayer of the pavement.Based on engineering examples,introducing interlayer gravel and optimizing the amount of bonding layer are advised to ensure that UHPP possesses sufficient interlayer shear resistance.

Anticorrosive Properties of Hot-Dip Galvanized Weathering Steel in Atmospheric Exposure

Hot-dip galvanized steel is one of the most used materials in equipment and metallic structures of the Brazilian electric sector. Although carbon steel is the main substrate in the galvanizing hot-dip process, recently, weathering steel has been used as an alternative material to be galvanized. In the transmission line segment of the Brazilian electric sector, for instance, compact towers made of galvanized weathering steel have been installed to conduct energy through urban sites. It is well known that weathering steel, depending on wet and dry cycles and on the pollutants present in the atmosphere, develops a protective patina made of its corrosion products. The patina is dense and strongly adhered to the substrate, blocking the active surface and, thus, reducing the corrosion rate of the base metal. However, when the weathering steel is galvanized, the substrate surface has a layer of zinc and zinc-iron intermetallic alloys. When the sacrificial layer is consumed by atmospheric corrosion, critical questions remain to be answered regarding the underlying substrate. Will the patina of weathering steel be formed? In what condition? Does the hot-dip galvanizing process modify the weathering steel microstructure? The present work carried out an experimental research to shed light on the anticorrosive behavior of hot-dip galvanized weathering steel, after the zinc layer is corroded. This was done by a controlled pickling process, where the zinc layer was removed simulating its consumption during real corrosion processes. The results, obtained through electrochemical techniques and different accelerated corrosion tests, showed that galvanizing weathering steel is a promising technology to enhance the lifetime of structures used in the Brazilian electric sector.

Effect of La on the Corrosion Behavior and Mechanism of 3Ni Weathering Steel in a Simulated Marine Atmospheric Environment

The corrosion behavior and mechanism of 3Ni weathering steel in a simulated oceanic atmospheric environment are investigated in order to comprehend the impacts of La,as determined through electrochemical analysis and rust layer characterization.The results of this study demonstrate that the addition of La enhances the corrosion resistance of 3Ni weathering steel in the marine atmospheric environment,thereby reducing the corrosion rate and improving the protection of the rust layer.The influence of La on corrosion resistance can be attributed to two primary factors.Firstly,La functions as a grain refiner,minimizing the potential difference of the micro-regions on the substrate surface,thereby significantly reducing the corrosion of bare steel in the marine environment.Secondly,La inhibits the process of Fe_(3)O_(4) oxidation back toγ-FeOOH during corrosion at the local site,thus decreasing the formation ofγ-FeOOH and enhancing the charge transfer resistance.This research work may serve as a reference for expanding the application of rare earth elements in the field of weathering steel.

古金赤水河大桥主桥总体设计

古金赤水河大桥主桥为(83.5+173.5+575+173.5+83.5)m半飘浮体系双塔双索面斜拉桥。主梁采用双边主梁断面钢-混组合梁,由工字钢主梁和混凝土桥面板组成,全宽43.8 m,设置裙板抑制主梁涡振。桥塔为下塔柱内收的A形塔,南、北塔塔高分别为217 m和261 m。由于山区超高桥塔塔墩景观效果欠佳,采用超高塔柱无塔墩方案,桥塔采用嵌岩群桩基础;针对山区桥梁养护不便的情况,索塔锚固采用耐候钢钢锚梁;针对剪力钉在拉拔力作用下承载能力降低问题,采用以开孔板连接件为主的钢-混结合构造实现锚梁牛腿壁板与塔壁连接。斜拉索采用公称直径15.20 mm、标准抗拉强度1860 MPa的钢绞线拉索,全桥共4×23对(184根),空间双索面扇形布置。由于斜拉索锚拉板+外置减振阻尼器景观效果不佳,选用全内置减振阻尼器方案。

材料腐蚀与防护实验教学案例设计

针对材料类学生教学需求,以科研项目为牵引,设计了稀土合金化增强耐候钢表面锈层保护性能的实验教学案例。该实验案例以海洋大气环境下耐候钢耐蚀性能亟待提高这一实际工程问题为切入点,通过现场大气曝露腐蚀实验、实验室模拟加速腐蚀实验来评价耐候钢的耐腐蚀能力。通过扫描电镜、X射线衍射分析等物理方法和极化曲线等电化学方法,研究分析了稀土耐候钢在近海大气环境下表面锈层的形貌、物相组成、合金元素分布及其电化学腐蚀行为。利用综合实验结果分析了特定腐蚀环境下稀土耐候钢的耐蚀性能和耐蚀机理。该实验教学案例以“问题提出-材料制备-腐蚀行为分析-耐蚀性能评价”为主线,综合性强,涉及材料合金成分设计、电化学腐蚀机理、表征技术、电化学分析等众多知识点,在一定程度上实现了专业知识的系统化和一体化,对学生创新意识和研究能力的培养具有很好的推动作用。

高铬耐候钢Q350EW高温热塑性分析

为评估Q350EW高铬耐候钢连铸过程裂纹敏感性,利用Gleeble3500热模拟试验机测定了Q350EW高铬耐候钢高温热塑性,并结合Thermo-Calc热力学软件理论计算Q350EW高铬耐候钢析出相分布规律。利用扫描电镜结合光学显微镜对高温拉伸断口宏观、微观形貌以及断口处的显微组织观察分析。研究结果表明,随着加热温度升高,Q350EW高铬耐候钢抗拉强度降低;断面收缩率曲线在700~800℃附近出现凹谷,775℃时断面收缩率最低为64.9%。凹谷温度范围内断口形貌主要由韧窝组成,其断裂机理为韧性断裂;显微组织分析表明,原奥氏体晶界出现铁素体致使塑性降低,但是由于铁素体含量较高,Q350EW高铬耐候钢塑性仍保持较高水平。通过优化连铸二次冷却等关键工艺参数降低Q350EW高铬耐候钢铸坯裂纹风险性,建议铸坯角部弯曲矫直段温度<750℃。

输变电铁塔用耐候钢闪光焊接

文中对闪光焊接在铁塔用耐候钢上的应用展开研究,闪光焊接是通过焊接面的短路进行加热,加载顶锻变形过程界面上动态再结晶形成焊缝。焊接件经退火后,焊缝与热影响区均得到与基体相近的珠光体+铁素体组织,焊接试样与基体力学性能趋于一致。耐候钢闪光焊接无需引入其他焊料从而保证了焊缝与基体化学成分相同,并可通过热处理消除焊缝与基体之间组织差异,获得焊缝与基体力学性能的一致性。这对于无涂装输变电铁塔应用,闪光焊接一方面保证了焊接构件机械性能稳定性,另一方面避免了焊缝与基体之间因组织成分差异所带来的较大电位差,在自然环境下导致电化学腐蚀,从而满足耐候钢焊接构件免涂装服役性能要求。

方形耐候钢管混凝土短柱轴压力学性能研究

为研究方形耐候钢管混凝土短柱的轴压力学性能,首先设计并开展了4根轴压短柱试验研究。进而采用Abaqus有限元软件建立方形耐候钢管混凝土短柱有限元模型并进行数值分析。数值模拟结果表明,轴压短柱直至破坏共经历了3个阶段:弹性段、弹塑性段和破坏段。其破坏模式均为柱中局部屈曲。耐候钢拉伸性能试验特征与低碳钢的力学性能相近,有限元建模采用低碳钢本构关系可准确模拟方形耐候钢管混凝土短柱的轴压力学性能。钢管内焊接拉筋能有效改善钢管对核心混凝土的约束作用,进而提高轴压短柱的极限承载力和延性。最后,方形耐候钢管混凝土短柱轴压力学性能与普通钢管混凝土短柱无异。

含Ti耐候钢在海洋环境中的腐蚀行为

为研究高钛含量耐候钢在海洋环境下的腐蚀机理,采用周期浸润加速腐蚀设备,对两种不同Ti含量的耐候钢进行了腐蚀行为研究。腐蚀实验后,测量了腐蚀减薄量。然后用数码相机和扫描电镜(SEM)对表面腐蚀产物的宏观和微观形貌进行观察。采用电子背散射衍射(EBSD)方法分析钢中大小角度晶界对初期腐蚀行为的影响。结果表明:在近似晶粒尺寸条件下,钢中Ti元素有助于提高抗海洋环境腐蚀性能,但是Ti含量的增加使小角度晶界、Σ3晶界和Σ7晶界比例下降,Ti含量在一定范围内有利于耐候钢表现出更好的耐蚀性。

BWR4耐候钢热轧盘条的研制开发

主要介绍了首钢长钢公司采用转炉、LF精炼炉、小方坯连铸机和55万t棒线复合产线工艺路线生产BWR4耐候钢热轧盘条的关键工艺技术。轧制盘条力学性能稳定,1/3冷顶锻合格率为100%,耐大气腐蚀指数在6.54以上,轧制盘条质量指标符合《耐候钢结构紧固件用热轧盘条及圆钢》标准要求,可满足用户加工5.8级螺栓使用要求。

Q420qENH钢及其焊接接头在模拟含PM_(2.5)的工业大气介质中干湿循环腐蚀行为研究

目的 研究桥梁耐候钢板材及其焊接接头在模拟含PM_(2.5)的西北工业大气环境中腐蚀行为的区别。方法 采用NaHSO_(3)+SiO_(2)的腐蚀介质进行干湿交替加速腐蚀实验,并采用腐蚀动力学、X射线衍射、扫描电镜+能谱、电化学测试等方法,分析了Q420qENH钢板材、焊缝及热影响区试样的腐蚀趋势、腐蚀类型及锈层的保护性,以及SiO_(2)对腐蚀的影响。结果 Q420qENH板材试样初期腐蚀速率大于焊接试样,中后期2种试样腐蚀速率逐渐下降并趋于一致。3种试样腐蚀类型均为不均匀的全面腐蚀,外锈层均疏松易脱落,但焊缝、热影响区内锈层比板材致密且与钢基体结合紧密,锈层中Cu、Ni元素含量明显高于板材试样。3种试样腐蚀30d的自腐蚀电流密度由大到小的顺序为板材>焊缝>热影响区,自腐蚀电位由大到小的顺序为热影响区>焊缝>板材,焊缝及热影响区试样的锈层电阻分别为板材试样的1.28倍、1.68倍。结论 PM_(2.5)中的主要成分SiO_(2)易在缺陷处沉积,成为腐蚀产物的形核基底,促进了腐蚀产物的非均匀形核,不利于锈层的致密性。热影响区和焊缝形成锈层的保护性、耐蚀性能优于板材试样。