A model is presented for representation and analysis of polarisation curves of strongly passivating metals in aqueous media. The model was validated using pure iron and 304 stainless steel in deaerated 5% sulphuric acid solution.

Subject
Iron, Polarization curves, Algorithms, Constants, Anodic reactions, Current densities, Metals, Passivation, Oxygen, Stainless steel, Risk reduction, Rest potential, Oxidation
Keywords:
polarisation curves, computer modelling, passivating metals
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1997
Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP)
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