Experts in Corrosion Research - Curtin Corrosion Centre

12 June 2020 | Laura Machuca-Suarez

Microbiologically influenced corrosion as a function of environmental conditions: A laboratory study using oilfield multispecies biofilms

In this paper, it is demonstrated that microorganisms can trigger severe corrosion rates in the absence of sulphate.

29 May 2020 | Mariano Iannuzzi

The role of tungsten on the phase transformation kinetics and its correlation with the localized corrosion resistance of 25Cr super duplex stainless steels

This investigation demonstrated that tungsten drastically slowed the precipitation of deleterious tertiary phases down in 25Cr super duplex stainless steels, resulting in an improved overall pitting corrosion resistance.

23 March 2020 | Laura Machuca-Suarez

Nutrient level determines biofilm characteristics and the subsequent impact on microbial corrosion and biocide effectiveness

This investigation demonstrated that the continuous flow of nutrients for the microbial growth resulted in higher activity, thickness and robustness of the biofilms formed on carbon steel, which induced greater localised corrosion compared to biofilms formed under batch, nutrient-depleted conditions.

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Mechanically Assisted Corrosion

Mechanically assisted corrosion groups the most dangerous and costly forms of corrosion. Enter to discover how the Curtin Corrosion Centre studies corrosion facilitated or initiated by mechanical processes.

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Localized Corrosion

Localized corrosion can lead the an extremely fast penetration rate, resulting in leakages and loss of containment. In this page you will discover our research and approaches to mitigate localized corrosion.

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Microbiologically influenced Corrosion

Microbiologically influenced corrosion is a truly multidisciplinary field of research. This page describes Curtin Corrosion Centre leading MIC activities.

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Acid Gas Corrosion

Dissolved acid gases such as carbon dioxide and hydrogen sulfide can lead to complex corrosion behaviour. In this page, you will learn more about acid gas corrosion research at the Curtin Corrosion Centre.

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Corrosion Protection

The Curtin Corrosion Centre conducts state-of-the-art research on corrosion inhibition, coatings, and electrochemical protection. Here you will learn more about corrosion protection and our approach to mitigate corrosion risks.

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Atmospheric Corrosion

There is more to it than rust. Atmospheric corrosion is costly and can lead to catastrophic failures. Enter to discover how the Curtin Corrosion Centre helps mitigate the problem.