Time-variant probabilistic assessment of corrosion initiation of marine concrete structures considering maximum phenomenon

This study presents a new dual time-variant chloride diffusion model considering maximum phenomenon for concrete structures exposed to marine environment. The model is developed from the assumption that the concentration gradient is the sole or dominant driving force for chloride ingress in concrete, and both the chloride diffusion coefficient and peak chloride content are considered as time-variant. The applicability and accuracy of the...