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Rapid detection of microbiologically influenced corrosion in shipboard equipment by on-line monitoring of biofilm formation

Conference ·
OSTI ID:549913
 [1];  [2]
  1. Structural Integrity Associates, San Jose, CA (United States)
  2. Corrosion Failure Analysis and Control, San Ramon, CA (United States)

Microbiologically influenced corrosion is a cause of degradation of piping and heat transfer surfaces in shipboard systems. Monitoring biofilm activity on line provides the information needed to initiate mitigation activities, such as cleaning and water treatment, well before the structural integrity of piping or components is jeopardized. Results from an electrochemical biofilm probe, exposed to biologically active seawater are presented.

OSTI ID:
549913
Report Number(s):
CONF-970332--
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English