Fundamentals of Corrosion: Mechanisms, Causes, and Preventative Methods

Written by an authority in corrosion science, this text offers a comprehensive description of the causes of corrosion as well as the means to limit or prevent it. This reference explains the mechanisms and forms of corrosion, the methods of attack on plastic materials, and the causes of failure in protective coatings, linings, and paints. One of the largest problems faced by engineers and designers is exposure to the atmosphere - one of the major causes of corrosion ' therefore special emphasis has been given to this topic. Readers will also find necessary information for the design of buildings, bridges, structures, automobiles, household plumbing, and manufacturing equipment.