PROJECTS
Funding
Switzerland
Duration
-
Status
Complete
STRIA Roadmaps
Transport mode
Overview
Background & Policy context
Cathodic protection of the reinforcing steel could offer in many practical cases a cost effective measure for restoration of chloride contaminated reinforced concrete structures. Much experience is available in the USA and UK. In Switzerland a field test with different cathodic protection systems in the San-Bernardino tunnel has been performed.
The assessment of the corrosion state of post-tensioned tendons is a very difficult task and no established method exists. Half-cell potential measurements along the duct or RIMT are techniques under evaluation.
Objectives
Prepare state of the art in the field of cathodic protection and corrosion assessment of post-tensioned tendons.
Methodology
- Consulting of the responsible engineers of the Swiss Federal Highway Administration in the field of cathodic protection and corrosion assessment of post-tensioned tendons.
- Scientific collaboration in other research projects.
- Literature reviews.
Funding
Parent Programmes
Institution Type
Public institution
Institution Name
Swiss Government: State Secretariat for Education and Research
Type of funding
Public (national/regional/local)
Partners
Lead Organisation
EU Contribution
€0
Partner Organisations
EU Contribution
€0