Marine Corrosion

Marine Corrosion: Definition, its Types, Challenges, Effects, Prevention

Marine corrosion refers to the degradation of materials (typically metals) due to their exposure to marine environments, such as saltwater and air. This type of corrosion can occur on boats, ships, offshore structures, and coastal infrastructure. The main causes of marine corrosion are electrolysis, galvanic corrosion, and pitting corrosion. Electrolysis occurs when two dissimilar metals…

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Climate change

The Impact of Climate Change on Coastal Infrastructure and Ocean Engineering, its Advantages and Disadvantages

Climate change refers to the long-term changes in temperature, precipitation, wind patterns, and other indicators of climate that occur over several decades or longer. Human activities, such as the burning of fossil fuels and deforestation, are primarily responsible for the warming of the Earth’s surface and the resulting changes in climate. These changes can lead…

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