Corrosion Control in the Aerospace IndustryNearly all metals and their alloys are subject to corrosion that causes them to lose their structural integrity or other critical functionality. It is essential to detect corrosion when it occurs, and preferably at its early stage, so that action can be taken to avoid structural damage or loss of function. Protective coatings are the most commonly used method of corrosion control. However, progressively stricter environmental regulations have resulted in the ban of many commercially available corrosion protective coatings due to the harmful effects of their solvents or corrosion inhibitors. This work concerns the development of a multifunctional, smart coating for the autonomous control of corrosion. This coating is being developed to have the inherent ability to detect the chemical changes associated with the onset of corrosion and respond autonomously to indicate it and control it..
Document ID
20160013544
Acquisition Source
Kennedy Space Center
Document Type
Presentation
Authors
Calle, Luz Marina (NASA Kennedy Space Center Cocoa Beach, FL United States)
Li, Wenyan (Vencore Services and Solutions, Inc. Kennedy Space Center, FL, United States)
Buhrow, Jerry W. (Sierra Lobo, Inc. Kennedy Space Center, FL, United States)
Johnsey, Marissa N. (Craig Technologies Cape Canaveral, FL, United States)