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Corrosion Monitoring, Prevention and Prediction of Urban Buried Infrastructures
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Corrosion Monitoring, Prevention and Prediction of Urban Buried Infrastructures

A special issue of Coatings (ISSN 2079-6412). This special issue belongs to the section "Corrosion, Wear and Erosion".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 25 August 2026 | Viewed by 2533

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Dr. Chengtao Wang

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School of Electrical and Control Engineering, Xuzhou University of Technology, Xuzhou 221018, China
Interests: point cloud; LiDAR; optical fiber current sensor; stray current corrosion and monitoring
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Prof. Dr. Shaoyi Xu

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School of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering, China University of Mining and Technology, Xuzhou 221116, China
Interests: optical fiber current sensor; 3D laser scanning; intelligent perception of underground space
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Dr. Kangkang Tang

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Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering, Brunel University London, Uxbridge UB8 3PH, UK
Interests: resilient design and planning; hosptial design and planning
Prof. Dr. Gan Cui

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College of Pipeline and Civil Engineering, China University of Petroleum, Qingdao 266580, China
Interests: self-healing coating; superhydrophobic coating; hydrogen barrier coating

Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

Urban buried infrastructures, such as pipelines, tunnels, and utility cables, are vital components of modern cities, ensuring the seamless delivery of water, gas, electricity, and communication services. However, these infrastructures are constantly exposed to challenging environmental conditions that can accelerate corrosion processes, leading to deterioration, failure, and significant economic and safety risks. The complex interplay of chemical, biological, and environmental factors in urban environments necessitates comprehensive monitoring tools, effective prevention strategies, and accurate prediction models to safeguard these critical assets. Advancements in materials science, corrosion science, and sensor technologies are gradually enhancing our understanding and management of underground corrosion, but many challenges remain in developing reliable, cost-effective, and sustainable solutions.

This Special Issue aims to present the latest research and technological innovations in the field of corrosion monitoring, prevention, and prediction of urban buried infrastructures. By fostering interdisciplinary collaborations, it seeks to promote novel approaches that improve early detection, extend service life, and reduce maintenance costs of underground assets. The Special Issue will highlight state-of-the-art methodologies, experimental investigations, computational modeling, and real-world case studies that address pressing issues in urban corrosion management. Ultimately, this collection aims to contribute to the development of resilient, durable, and sustainable urban infrastructure systems, supporting the ongoing advancement of infrastructure longevity and urban resilience.

The scope of this Special Issue includes, but is not limited to, the following topics:

  • Stray current corrosion in buried oil and gas pipelines;
  • Stray current corrosion in subway shield tunnel;
  • Anticorrosive coating technology of buried infrastructures;
  • Corrosion monitoring technology of buried infrastructures;
  • Intelligent prediction technology of buried infrastructure corrosions;
  • Advanced functional materials for corrosion protection of buried infrastructures;
  • Resilient design and planning of buried infrastructures.

We look forward to receiving your contributions.

Dr. Chengtao Wang
Prof. Dr. Shaoyi Xu
Dr. Kangkang Tang
Prof. Dr. Gan Cui
Guest Editors

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Keywords

  • buried infrastructure
  • oil and gas pipeline
  • shield tunnel
  • corrosion monitoring
  • corrosion prediction

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Experimental Calibration of a Weibull Model for Corrosion Mass Loss in Steel Pipe Specimens Under Simulated Vietnamese Marine Conditions
by Trung Hieu Le, Thi Tuyet Trinh Nguyen and Quoc Trinh Ngo
Coatings 2026, 16(5), 529; https://doi.org/10.3390/coatings16050529 - 28 Apr 2026
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Corrosion of steel pipe specimens in marine environments plays a critical role in the durability and service-life design of coastal and offshore structures. In Vietnam, the scarcity of long-term field corrosion data necessitates the application of accelerated testing and statistical modeling to characterize [...] Read more.
Corrosion of steel pipe specimens in marine environments plays a critical role in the durability and service-life design of coastal and offshore structures. In Vietnam, the scarcity of long-term field corrosion data necessitates the application of accelerated testing and statistical modeling to characterize corrosion degradation. In this study, a two-parameter Weibull model is employed to describe the time-dependent corrosion mass loss of steel pipe specimens under simulated Vietnamese marine conditions. Accelerated corrosion tests are conducted using an impressed current technique in artificial seawater, and equivalent exposure durations ranging from 4.5 to 100 years are determined based on Faraday’s law. This conversion is based on the assumption of uniform corrosion and constant electrochemical conditions, which may not fully represent real marine environments. The Weibull parameters are calibrated using early-stage corrosion data, yielding a shape parameter k = 1.226 and a scale parameter η = 70.761 years. Comparison with experimental results indicates that the model captures the monotonic increase in cumulative corrosion mass loss, although it overestimates the measurements at intermediate exposure durations. The validation results show prediction errors of MAE = 13.06% and RMSE = 14.13%, while sensitivity analysis reveals that long-term predictions are more sensitive to the shape parameter than to the scale parameter. This study also discusses the limitations of using accelerated corrosion testing and Faraday’s law for scaling to long-term predictions, particularly regarding differences in corrosion product morphology and the impact of real-world environmental variability. The calibrated Weibull model provides a statistical approximation for durability assessment of steel pipe structures under Vietnamese marine conditions, particularly in cases where long-term field corrosion data are unavailable. Full article
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Alternating Current Interference as a Plausible Dominant Factor Affecting Corrosion Risk in a Mixed Steel/Polyethylene Urban Gas Distribution Pipeline: A Field Case Study
by Ladislau Radermacher, Andrei Burlacu and Cristian Radeanu
Coatings 2026, 16(4), 454; https://doi.org/10.3390/coatings16040454 - 9 Apr 2026
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Mixed steel/polyethylene gas distribution pipelines are increasingly used in congested urban environments where conventional layouts are restricted by existing underground utilities, safety constraints, and site-specific construction conditions. In such systems, buried steel transition sections may become particularly vulnerable to electrical perturbation and corrosion, [...] Read more.
Mixed steel/polyethylene gas distribution pipelines are increasingly used in congested urban environments where conventional layouts are restricted by existing underground utilities, safety constraints, and site-specific construction conditions. In such systems, buried steel transition sections may become particularly vulnerable to electrical perturbation and corrosion, especially when installed near electrified transport infrastructure. This paper presents a field case study on a recently installed mixed steel/polyethylene gas distribution pipeline located on Lunca Street, Petroșani, Romania, approximately parallel to an electrified railway. Electrical and electrochemical investigations were carried out eight months after installation and included 24 h monitoring of pipe-to-soil potential versus Cu/CuSO4, 24 h monitoring of alternating current pipe-to-soil voltage, mixed alternating current and direct current signal visualization, and coating insulation resistance measurements. The results showed that alternating current pipe-to-soil voltage was present at all monitored points, with weighted mean values ranging from 0.41 to 1.23 Vrms, while pipe-to-soil potential values ranged from −0.120 to −0.238 V versus Cu/CuSO4. Although the measured average coating insulation resistance remained relatively high, the combined electrical and electrochemical data indicate that alternating current interference associated with the nearby electrified railway is the most plausible dominant contributing source of the recorded electrical perturbation. Within the analyzed site perimeter, no other nearby electrical infrastructures with comparable interference potential were identified. The highest alternating-current exposure and the least favorable electrochemical values were recorded on the longer metallic segment, showing that metallic length and local configuration strongly influenced the severity of the effect. A mitigation strategy based on polarized electrical decoupling and dedicated grounding is proposed as a practical means of improving electrical safety and reducing corrosion risk in the exposed and buried steel sections. Full article
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Application of Electromagnetic Ultrasonic Testing Technology in Pipeline Defects
by Qingsheng Lan, Riteng Sun, Wenbin Tang, Chunyan Zhang, Yu Liu, Yu Wang, An Lei, Changhui Huang, Shanglong Li, Zhichao Cai and Bo Feng
Coatings 2026, 16(1), 133; https://doi.org/10.3390/coatings16010133 - 19 Jan 2026
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Pipelines, as critical carriers for energy transportation, are prone to defects such as cracks and corrosion during long-term operation. Traditional testing methods exhibit limitations in various aspects, while electromagnetic ultrasonic testing technology, leveraging its advantages of non-contact operation and couplant-free application, has emerged [...] Read more.
Pipelines, as critical carriers for energy transportation, are prone to defects such as cracks and corrosion during long-term operation. Traditional testing methods exhibit limitations in various aspects, while electromagnetic ultrasonic testing technology, leveraging its advantages of non-contact operation and couplant-free application, has emerged as a significant direction for pipeline integrity assessment. This paper analyzes the advantages of EMAT guided wave testing technology in achieving long-distance and rapid screening of pipelines, as well as the strengths of bulk wave testing technology in high-precision quantitative evaluation. It also examines the unique value of obliquely incident SV waves in the directional identification of weld defects. Furthermore, the paper discusses the potential of integrating EMAT with multiple technologies, demonstrating how multi-physical field synergy enhances detection reliability. Finally, it summarizes the remaining challenges in practical engineering applications, providing references for advancing the field toward intelligent and high-precision development. Full article
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