Epoxy coated reinforced steel in bridge decks
Abstract
Fusion-bonded epoxy coatings were applied to rebars in bridge decks. A thin film of epoxy resin is fusion bonded to the reinforcing steel as a prevention against corrosion. A monitoring system was established to measure electrical resistance for several years after installation.
- Publication:
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Final Report
- Pub Date:
- November 1981
- Bibcode:
- 1981okdt.rept.....P
- Keywords:
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- Bridges (Structures);
- Coatings;
- Corrosion;
- Electrical Resistance;
- Epoxy Resins;
- Floors;
- Fusion Welding;
- Construction;
- Cost Estimates;
- Steels;
- Thin Films;
- Engineering (General)