Research Progress in Atmospheric Corrosion and Coating Deterioration—2nd Edition

Dear Colleagues,

Because it is so prevalent, atmospheric corrosion is a large contributor to the total economic losses due to corrosion; thus, understanding the causes of, and how to prevent, atmospheric corrosion has been the subject of many recent studies. In atmospheric corrosion scenarios, because of the limited ability to provide cathodic protection, coatings and coating systems are frequently the first line of defense against corrosion for metals and alloys. However, exposure to the service environment causes aging and deterioration in the protective coatings themselves. The need to improve our understanding of atmospheric corrosion across changing environmental conditions that vary in terms of the corrosivity of the environment and the stress state of the structure, as well as the need to improve our understanding of organic and inorganic coating degradation in these exposure environments, is driving new advances in experimental activities and modeling capabilities.

This Special Issue will showcase original research articles and reviews that explore—but are not limited to—the following areas:

• Theoretical and experimental research on mechanisms of atmospheric corrosion through environmental exposure and loading conditions;
• Theoretical and experimental research on changes in the mechanical and visual properties of coatings, especially under atmospheric exposure conditions;
• Theoretical and experimental research on methods for evaluating the state of a coating;
• Computer modeling and simulations that can predict both atmospheric corrosion and coating performance in service environments.

We look forward to receiving your contributions.

Dr. Steven A. Policastro
Guest Editor

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