Publication Details
Long-Term Effects of Electrochemical Chloride Extraction on Laboratory Specimens and Concrete Bridge Components
Primary Topic: Pavement Construction
Description: Electrochemical chloride extraction (ECE) is a process that extracts chloride ions from chloride-contaminated reinforced concrete structures by applying an electrical current between the embedded steel and an external anode. ECE is becoming increasingly popular as a rehabilitation option for chloride-contaminated reinforced concrete structures to mitigate ongoing corrosion of embedded steel.
FHWA Publication Number: FHWA-HRT-10-069
Publication Year: 2011
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